Proverbs 27:11

Easy To Read Version

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

Cross References

Psalm 119:42

Then I will have an answer\par for people who insult me.\par I really trust the things you say, Lord.\par

Psalm 2:10

So, you kings, be wise.\par All you rulers, learn this lesson.\par

Proverbs 10:1

These are the proverbs (wise sayings) of Solomon:

Proverbs 15:20

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

Proverbs 26:16

A lazy person thinks he is very wise. He thinks he is smarter than seven men that can give good reasons for their ideas.

Proverbs 27:12

Wise people see trouble coming and get out of its way. But a fool goes straight to the trouble and suffers because of it.

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.