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Proverbs 4:3

World English Bible

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

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Proverbs 4:3 in other translations

For I was a son unto my father, Tender and only beloved in the sight of my mother.

Proverbs 4:3 · American Standard Version

Proverbs 4:3 in context

  1. 1Listen, sons, to a father’s instruction.
    Pay attention and know understanding;
  2. 2for I give you sound learning.
    Don’t forsake my law.
  3. 3For I was a son to my father,
    tender and an only child in the sight of my mother.
  4. 4He taught me, and said to me:
    “Let your heart retain my words.
    Keep my commandments, and live.
  5. 5Get wisdom.
    Get understanding.
    Don’t forget, and don’t deviate from the words of my mouth.