💡WEB · Proverbs 4:2

What does Proverbs 4:2 mean?

"for I give you sound learning. Don’t forsake my law."

— Proverbs 4:2 (World English Bible)

Surrounding context

1

Listen, sons, to a father’s instruction. Pay attention and know understanding;

2

for I give you sound learning. Don’t forsake my law.

3

For I was a son to my father, tender and an only child in the sight of my mother.

4

He taught me, and said to me: “Let your heart retain my words. Keep my commandments, and live.

5

Get wisdom. Get understanding. Don’t forget, and don’t deviate from the words of my mouth.

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