💡WEB · Proverbs 1:6

What does Proverbs 1:6 mean?

"to understand a proverb, and parables, the words and riddles of the wise."

— Proverbs 1:6 (World English Bible)

Surrounding context

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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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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 Yahweh 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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for they will be a garland to grace your head, and chains around your neck.

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