Proverbs 23:12

Christian Standard Bible Anglicised

Apply yourself to discipline and listen to words of knowledge.

Cross References

Matthew 13:52

‘Therefore,’ he said to them, ‘every teacher of the law   who has become a disciple in the kingdom of heaven is like the owner of a house who brings out of his storeroom treasures new and old.’

Ezekiel 33:31

So my people come to you in crowds,  sit in front of you, and hear your words, but they don’t obey them. Their mouths go on passionately, but their hearts pursue dishonest profit.

Proverbs 23:19

Listen, my son, and be wise; keep your mind on the right course.

Proverbs 22:17

Listen closely,  pay attention to the words of the wise, and apply your mind to my knowledge.

Proverbs 23:11

for their Redeemer is strong, and he will champion their cause against you.

Proverbs 23:13

Don’t withhold discipline from a youth; if you punish him with a rod, he will not die.