Proverbs 1:7

Proverbs 1:7 in other translations

Proverbs 1:7 in context

1. 5that the wise man may hear, and increase in learning;
   that the man of understanding may attain to sound counsel:
2. 6to understand a proverb, and parables,
   the words and riddles of the wise.
3. 7The fear of Yahweh is the beginning of knowledge;
   but the foolish despise wisdom and instruction.
4. 8My son, listen to your father’s instruction,
   and don’t forsake your mother’s teaching:
5. 9for they will be a garland to grace your head,
   and chains around your neck.

Topics this verse speaks to

• Wisdom: The Beginning of Wisdom