Proverbs 4:5

New English Translation

Acquire wisdom, acquire understanding; do not forget and do not turn aside from the words I speak.

Cross References

2 Chronicles 34:2

He did what the Lord approved and followed in his ancestor David’s footsteps; he did not deviate to the right or the left.

Job 23:11

My feet have followed his steps closely; I have kept to his way and have not turned aside.

Psalm 119:157

The enemies who chase me are numerous. Yet I do not turn aside from your rules.

Psalm 119:51

Arrogant people do nothing but scoff at me. Yet I do not turn aside from your law.

Psalm 44:18

We have not been unfaithful, nor have we disobeyed your commands.

Proverbs 16:16

How much better it is to acquire wisdom than gold; to acquire understanding is more desirable than silver.

Proverbs 17:16

Of what use is money in the hand of a fool, since he has no intention of acquiring wisdom?

Proverbs 18:1

One who has isolated himself seeks his own desires; he rejects all sound judgment.

Proverbs 19:8

The one who acquires wisdom loves himself; the one who preserves understanding will prosper.

Proverbs 23:23

Acquire truth and do not sell it – wisdom, and discipline, and understanding.

Proverbs 3:1

My child, do not forget my teaching, but let your heart keep my commandments,

Proverbs 4:7

Wisdom is supreme – so acquire wisdom, and whatever you acquire, acquire understanding!

Proverbs 8:5

You who are naive, discern wisdom! And you fools, understand discernment!

James 1:5

But if anyone is deficient in wisdom, he should ask God, who gives to all generously and without reprimand, and it will be given to him.