Proverbs 4:5

New International Reader's Version

Get wisdom, and get understanding. Don’t forget my words or turn away from them.

Cross References

2 Chronicles 34:2

He did what was right in the eyes of the Lord. He lived the way King David had lived. He didn’t turn away from it to the right or the left.

Job 23:11

My feet have closely followed his steps. I’ve stayed on his path without turning away.

Psalm 119:157

Many enemies attack me. But I haven’t turned away from your covenant laws.

Psalm 119:51

Proud people make fun of me without mercy. But I don’t turn away from your law.

Psalm 44:18

Our hearts had not turned away from you. Our feet had not wandered from your path.

Proverbs 16:16

It is much better to get wisdom than gold. It is much better to choose understanding than silver.

Proverbs 17:16

Why should a foolish person try to buy wisdom? They are not even able to understand it.

Proverbs 18:1

A person who isn’t friendly looks out only for themselves. They oppose all good sense by starting fights.

Proverbs 19:8

Anyone who gets wisdom loves life. Anyone who values understanding will soon succeed.

Proverbs 23:23

Buy the truth and don’t sell it. Get wisdom, instruction and understanding as well.

Proverbs 3:1

My son, do not forget my teaching. Keep my commands in your heart.

Proverbs 4:7

To start being wise you must first get wisdom. No matter what it costs, get understanding.

Proverbs 8:5

You who are childish, get some good sense. You who are foolish, set your hearts on getting it.

James 1:5

If any of you needs wisdom, you should ask God for it. He will give it to you. God gives freely to everyone and doesn’t find fault.