Proverbs 1:4

New Living Translation

These proverbs will give insight to the simple, knowledge and discernment to the young.

Cross References

Psalm 116:6

The Lord protects those of childlike faith; I was facing death, and he saved me.

Psalm 119:130

The teaching of your word gives light, so even the simple can understand.

Psalm 119:9

How can a young person stay pure? By obeying your word.

Psalm 19:7

The instructions of the Lord are perfect, reviving the soul. The decrees of the Lord are trustworthy, making wise the simple.

Psalm 34:11

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

Proverbs 3:21

My child, don’t lose sight of common sense and discernment. Hang on to them,

Proverbs 8:12

“I, Wisdom, live together with good judgment. I know where to discover knowledge and discernment.

Proverbs 8:17

“I love all who love me. Those who search will surely find me.

Proverbs 8:32

“And so, my children, listen to me, for all who follow my ways are joyful.

Proverbs 8:5

You simple people, use good judgment. You foolish people, show some understanding.

Ecclesiastes 11:9

Young people, it’s wonderful to be young! Enjoy every minute of it. Do everything you want to do; take it all in. But remember that you must give an account to God for everything you do.

Isaiah 35:8

And a great road will go through that once deserted land. It will be named the Highway of Holiness. Evil-minded people will never travel on it. It will be only for those who walk in God’s ways; fools will never walk there.

Deuteronomy 4:6

Obey them completely, and you will display your wisdom and intelligence among the surrounding nations. When they hear all these decrees, they will exclaim, ‘How wise and prudent are the people of this great nation!’

2 Timothy 2:22

Run from anything that stimulates youthful lusts. Instead, pursue righteous living, faithfulness, love, and peace. Enjoy the companionship of those who call on the Lord with pure hearts.

Titus 2:6

In the same way, encourage the young men to live wisely.