Proverbs 1:7

New International Version

The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and instruction.

Cross References

Job 28:28

And he said to the human race, “The fear of the Lord—that is wisdom, and to shun evil is understanding.”

Psalm 111:10

The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom; all who follow his precepts have good understanding. To him belongs eternal praise.

Proverbs 1:22

“How long will you who are simple love your simple ways? How long will mockers delight in mockery and fools hate knowledge?

Proverbs 15:32

Those who disregard discipline despise themselves, but the one who heeds correction gains understanding.

Proverbs 15:33

Wisdom’s instruction is to fear the Lord, and humility comes before honor.

Proverbs 15:5

A fool spurns a parent’s discipline, but whoever heeds correction shows prudence.

Proverbs 18:2

Fools find no pleasure in understanding but delight in airing their own opinions.

Proverbs 2:5

then you will understand the fear of the Lord and find the knowledge of God.

Proverbs 23:9

Do not speak to fools, for they will scorn your prudent words.

Proverbs 9:10

The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding.

Ecclesiastes 12:13

Now all has been heard; here is the conclusion of the matter: Fear God and keep his commandments, for this is the duty of all mankind.

Romans 1:28

Furthermore, just as they did not think it worthwhile to retain the knowledge of God, so God gave them over to a depraved mind, so that they do what ought not to be done.

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.”