Proverbs 1:2-6

2 for attaining wisdom and discipline;
for understanding words of insight;

3 for acquiring a disciplined and prudent life,
doing what is right and just and fair;

4 for giving prudence to the simple,
knowledge and discretion to the young—

5 let the wise listen and add to their learning,
and let the discerning get guidance—

6 for understanding proverbs and parables,
the sayings and riddles of the wise.

Cross References for Proverbs 1:2-6

Proverbs 16:16 - How much better to get wisdom than gold, to choose understanding rather than silver! Click to read the verse Proverbs 16:16 Click to read the verse Proverbs 16:16

1 Kings 3:9-12 - So give your servant a discerning heart to govern your people and to distinguish between right ... Click to read the verse 1 Kings 3:9-12 Click to read the verse 1 Kings 3:9-12

2 Timothy 3:15-17 - and how from infancy you have known the holy Scriptures, which are able to make you wise for sa... Click to read the verse 2 Timothy 3:15-17 Click to read the verse 2 Timothy 3:15-17

Deuteronomy 4:5-6 - See, I have taught you decrees and laws as the Lord my God commanded me, so that you may follow... Click to read the verse Deuteronomy 4:5-6 Click to read the verse Deuteronomy 4:5-6

Proverbs 8:5 - You who are simple, gain prudence; you who are foolish, gain understanding. Click to read the verse Proverbs 8:5 Click to read the verse Proverbs 8:5

Proverbs 17:16 - Of what use is money in the hand of a fool, since he has no desire to get wisdom? Click to read the verse Proverbs 17:16 Click to read the verse Proverbs 17:16

Proverbs 7:4 - Say to wisdom, “You are my sister,” and call understanding your kinsman; Click to read the verse Proverbs 7:4 Click to read the verse Proverbs 7:4

Proverbs 4:5-7 - Get wisdom, get understanding; do not forget my words or swerve from them. Click to read the verse Proverbs 4:5-7 Click to read the verse Proverbs 4:5-7