Proverbs 1:4

Holy Bible: Easy-to-Read Version

These proverbs will make even those without education smart. They will teach young people what they need to know and how to use what they have learned.

Cross References

Proverbs 8:5

You who are ignorant, learn to be wise. You who are foolish, get some common sense.

Proverbs 8:17

I love those who love me, and those who look for me will find me.

Psalm 119:9

How can a young person live a pure life? By obeying your word.

Proverbs 8:32

“Now, children, listen to me. If you follow my ways, you will be happy too.

Proverbs 8:12

“I am Wisdom. I live with Good Judgment. I am at home with Knowledge and Planning.

Psalm 119:130

As people understand your word, it brings light to their lives. Your word makes even simple people wise.

Titus 2:6

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

2 Timothy 2:22

Stay away from the evil things a young person like you typically wants to do. Do your best to live right and to have faith, love, and peace, together with others who trust in the Lord with pure hearts.

Isaiah 35:8

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 will walk on it. Only good people will walk there.

Proverbs 3:21

My son, don’t ever let wisdom out of your sight. Hold on to wisdom and careful planning.

Psalm 34:11

Children, come and listen to me; I will teach you to respect the Lord.

Psalm 19:7

The Lord’s teachings are perfect. They give strength to his people. The Lord’s rules can be trusted. They help even the foolish become wise.

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.

Psalm 116:6

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

Deuteronomy 4:6

Obey these laws carefully. This will show the people of the other nations that you are wise and sensible. They will hear about these laws and say, ‘Truly, the people of this great nation are wise and sensible.’