Old Testament · SCRIPTURE
Proverbs 1:6
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Berean Standard Bible
by understanding the proverbs and parables, the sayings and riddles of the wise.
King James Version
To understand a proverb, and the interpretation; the words of the wise, and their dark sayings.
World English Bible
to understand a proverb and parables, the words and riddles of the wise.
American Standard Version
To understand a proverb, and a figure, The words of the wise, and their dark sayings.
Berean Literal Bible
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READ IN CONTEXT · BSB
Proverbs 1
4 To impart prudence to the simple and knowledge and discretion to the young,
5 let the wise listen and gain instruction, and the discerning acquire wise counsel
6 by understanding the proverbs and parables, the sayings and riddles of the wise.
7 The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and discipline.
8 Listen, my son, to your father’s instruction, and do not forsake the teaching of your mother.
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