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Proverbs 1:2
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for gaining wisdom and instruction; for understanding words of insight;
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Proverbs 1:2 in Other Translations
KJV
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To know wisdom and instruction; to perceive the words of understanding;
ESV
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To know wisdom and instruction, to understand words of insight,
NLT
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Their purpose is to teach people wisdom and discipline, to help them understand the insights of the wise.
MSG
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Written down so we'll know how to live well and right, to understand what life means and where it's going;
CSB
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For gaining wisdom and being instructed; for understanding insightful sayings;
Proverbs 1:2 In-Context
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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,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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