Proverbs 10:1

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These are the proverbs (wise sayings) of Solomon:

Cross References

Proverbs 1:1

These words are the wise teachings of Solomon, the son of David. Solomon was the king of Israel.

Proverbs 29:3

If a person loves wisdom, then his father is very happy. But if a person wastes his money on prostitutes, {\cf2\super [36]} then he will lose his wealth.

Proverbs 17:25

A foolish son brings sorrow to his father. And a foolish son brings sadness to the mother that gave birth to him.

Proverbs 29:15

Spankings and teachings are good for children. If parents let a child do whatever he wants, then he will bring shame to his mother.

Proverbs 15:20

A wise son brings happiness to his father. But a foolish person brings shame to his mother.

Proverbs 17:21

A father with a foolish son will be very sad. A fool’s father won’t be happy.

Proverbs 19:13

A foolish son can bring a flood of troubles to his father. And a nagging wife is like water that won’t stop dripping.

Ecclesiastes 12:9

The Teacher was very wise. He used his wisdom to teach the people. The Teacher very carefully studied and arranged {\cf2\super [48]} many wise teachings.

Ecclesiastes 2:19

Some other person will control everything I worked and studied for. And I don’t know if that person will be wise or foolish. This is also senseless.

Proverbs 25:1

These are some more wise sayings of Solomon. These words were copied by servants of Hezekiah, king of Judah:

1 Kings 4:32

During his life, King Solomon wrote [24] 3,000 wise teachings and 1,005 songs.

Proverbs 13:1

A wise son listens carefully when his father tells him what to do. But a proud person does not listen when people try to correct him.

Proverbs 27:11

My son, be wise. This will make me happy. Then I will be able to answer any person that criticizes me.

Proverbs 29:17

Punish your son when he is wrong, then you will always be proud of him. He will never make you ashamed.