Proverbs 1:4

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These wise words can teach people who need to learn wisdom. These words can teach young people the things they need to know and how to use that information.

Cross References

Psalm 116:6

The Lord takes care of helpless people.\par I was without help,\par and the Lord saved me.\par

Psalm 119:130

When people begin to understand your word,\par it is like a light showing them\par the right way of living.\par Your word makes even simple people wise.\par

Psalm 119:9

How can a young person live a pure life?\par By following your instructions.\par

Psalm 19:7

The Lord’s teachings are perfect.\par They give strength to God’s people.\par The Lord’s Agreement {\cf2\super [110]} can be trusted.\par It helps foolish people become wise.\par

Psalm 34:11

Children, listen to me,\par and I will teach you to respect the Lord.\par

Proverbs 3:21

My son, don’t ever let wisdom out of your sight! Guard your ability to think and plan wisely.

Proverbs 8:12

“I am Wisdom.\par I live with good judgment.\par You can find me with Knowledge\par and Good Planning.\par

Proverbs 8:17

I love people who love me.\par And if people try hard to find me,\par they will find me.\par

Proverbs 8:32

“Now, children, listen to me!\par You can be happy too,\par if you follow my ways!\par

Proverbs 8:5

If you are foolish, learn to be wise.\par Foolish men, learn to understand.\par

Ecclesiastes 11:9

So young people, enjoy yourselves while you are young. Be happy! Do whatever your heart leads you to do. Do whatever you want. But remember that God will judge you for everything you do.

Isaiah 35:8

At that time, there will be a road there. This highway will be called “The Holy Road.” Evil people will not be allowed to walk on that road. No fools {\cf2\super [332]} will go to that road. Only good people will walk on that road.

Deuteronomy 4:6

Obey these laws carefully. This will show the people of the other nations that you are wise and understanding. The people of those nations will hear about these laws. Then they will say, ‘Truly, the people of this great nation (Israel) are wise and understanding.’

2 Timothy 2:22

Stay away from the evil things a young person wants to do. Try very hard to live right and to have faith, love, and peace. Do these things together with those people who have pure hearts and trust in the Lord.

Titus 2:6

In the same way, tell the young men to be wise.