1 The proverbs of Solomon, son of David and king of Israel.
2 Here are proverbs that will help you to recognize wisdom and good advice, and understand sayings with deep meaning.
3 They can teach you how to live intelligently and how to be honest, just, and fair.
4 They can make an inexperienced person clever and teach young people how to be resourceful.
5 These proverbs can even add to the knowledge of the wise and give guidance to the educated,