The Beginning of Knowledge 1 Theproverbs of Solomon the son of David, king of Israel: 2 To know wisdom and instruction, To perceive the words of understanding, 3 To receive…

The Value of Wisdom 1 My son, if you receive my words, Andtreasure my commands within you, 2 So that you incline your ear to wisdom, Andapply your heart to…

Guidance for the Young 1 My son, do not forget my law, But let your heart keep my commands; 2 For length of days and long life Andpeace they will…

Security in Wisdom 1 Hear,mychildren, the instruction of a father, And give attention to know understanding; 2 For I give you good doctrine: Do not forsake my law. 3 When…

The Peril of Adultery 1 My son, pay attention to my wisdom; Lend your ear to my understanding, 2 That you may preserve discretion, And your lipsmay keep knowledge. 3…

Dangerous Promises 1 My son,if you become surety for your friend, Ifyou have shaken hands in pledge for a stranger, 2 You are snared by the words of your mouth;…

1 My son, keep my words, Andtreasure my commands within you. 2 Keep my commands and live, And my law as the apple of your eye. 3 Bind them on…

The Excellence of Wisdom 1 Does notwisdom cry out, And understanding lift up her voice? 2 She takes her stand on the top of the high hill, Beside the way,…

The Way of Wisdom 1 Wisdom hasbuilt her house, She has hewn out her seven pillars; 2 She has slaughtered her meat, She has mixed her wine, She has also…

Wise Sayings of Solomon 1 The proverbs ofSolomon: A wise son makes a glad father, But a foolish sonisthe grief of his mother. 2 Treasures of wickedness profit nothing, But…