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The proverbs of Solomon son of David, king of Israel:
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for gaining wisdom and instruction;
for understanding words of insight;
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for receiving instruction in prudent behavior,
doing what is right and just and fair;
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for giving prudence to those who are simple, 1
knowledge and discretion to the young -
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let the wise listen and add to their learning,
and let the discerning get guidance -
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for understanding proverbs and parables,
the sayings and riddles of the wise. 2
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The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge,
but fools 3 despise wisdom and instruction.