Cross References

Proverbs 1:2

New American Bible - revised edition

That people may know wisdom and discipline, may understand intelligent sayings;

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The fear of the Lord is training for wisdom, and humility goes before honors.

How much better to get wisdom than gold! To get understanding is preferable to silver.

Of what use is money in the hands of fools when they have no heart to acquire wisdom?

Listen to counsel and receive instruction, that you may eventually become wise.

Then you will understand what is right and just, what is fair, every good path;

Hear, O children, a father’s instruction, be attentive, that you may gain understanding!

Say to Wisdom, “You are my sister!” Call Understanding, “Friend!”

Listen to instruction and grow wise, do not reject it!

You naive ones, gain prudence, you fools, gain sense.