Proverbs 1:4

New International Version

for giving prudence to those who are simple, knowledge and discretion to the young—

Cross References

Psalm 116:6

The Lord protects the unwary; when I was brought low, he saved me.

Psalm 119:130

The unfolding of your words gives light; it gives understanding to the simple.

Psalm 119:9

How can a young person stay on the path of purity? By living according to your word.

Psalm 19:7

The law of the Lord is perfect, refreshing the soul. The statutes of the Lord are trustworthy, making wise the simple.

Psalm 34:11

Come, my children, listen to me; I will teach you the fear of the Lord.

Proverbs 3:21

My son, do not let wisdom and understanding out of your sight, preserve sound judgment and discretion;

Proverbs 8:12

“I, wisdom, dwell together with prudence; I possess knowledge and discretion.

Proverbs 8:17

I love those who love me, and those who seek me find me.

Proverbs 8:32

“Now then, my children, listen to me; blessed are those who keep my ways.

Proverbs 8:5

You who are simple, gain prudence; you who are foolish, set your hearts on it.

Ecclesiastes 11:9

You who are young, be happy while you are young, and let your heart give you joy in the days of your youth. Follow the ways of your heart and whatever your eyes see, but know that for all these things God will bring you into judgment.

Isaiah 35:8

And a highway will be there; it will be called the Way of Holiness; it will be for those who walk on that Way. The unclean will not journey on it; wicked fools will not go about on it.

Deuteronomy 4:6

Observe them carefully, for this will show your wisdom and understanding to the nations, who will hear about all these decrees and say, “Surely this great nation is a wise and understanding people.”

2 Timothy 2:22

Flee the evil desires of youth and pursue righteousness, faith, love and peace, along with those who call on the Lord out of a pure heart.

Titus 2:6

Similarly, encourage the young men to be self-controlled.