Proverbs
Chapters 1:1-7
New International Version Anglicized
1The proverbs of Solomon son of David, king of Israel:
2for gaining wisdom and instruction;for understanding words of insight;
3for receiving instruction in prudent behaviour,doing what is right and just and fair;
4for giving prudence to those who are simple,knowledge and discretion to the young –
5let the wise listen and add to their learning,and let the discerning get guidance –
6for understanding proverbs and parables,the sayings and riddles of the wise.
7The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge,but fools despise wisdom and instruction.