1 These are the proverbsof King Solomon of Israel,the son of David.
2 Proverbs will teach youwisdom and self-controland how to understandsayings with deep meanings.
3 You will learn what is rightand honest and fair.
4 From these, an ordinary personcan learn to be smart,and young people can gainknowledge and good sense.
5 If you are already wise,you will become even wiser.And if you are smart,you will learn to understand
6 proverbs and sayings,as well as words of wisdom,and all kinds of riddles.
7 Respect and obey the Lord!This is the beginningof knowledge.Only a fool rejects wisdomand good advice.