that the wise man may hear, and increase in learning;
that the man of understanding may attain to sound counsel;
THE SURROUNDING PASSAGE
Proverbs 1:5 in context
Proverbs 1:2–8
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to know wisdom and instruction;
to discern the words of understanding;
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to receive instruction in wise dealing,
in righteousness, justice, and equity;
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to give prudence to the simple,
knowledge and discretion to the young man—
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Selected verse
that the wise man may hear, and increase in learning;
that the man of understanding may attain to sound counsel;
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to understand a proverb and parables,
the words and riddles of the wise.
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The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge,
but the foolish despise wisdom and instruction.
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My son, listen to your father’s instruction,
and don’t forsake your mother’s teaching;
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