Proverbs 1:2 “for gaining wisdom and discipline, for comprehending words of insight,”

Proverbs 1:2

for gaining wisdom and discipline, for comprehending words of insight,

Berean Standard Bible

Other translations

King James Version

To know wisdom and instruction; to perceive the words of understanding;

World English Bible

to know wisdom and instruction; to discern the words of understanding;

American Standard Version

To know wisdom and instruction; To discern the words of understanding;

Geneva Bible 1599

To knowe wisdome, and instruction, to vnderstand ye wordes of knowledge,

Darby Translation

to know wisdom and instruction; to discern the words of understanding;

Young's Literal Translation

For knowing wisdom and instruction, For understanding sayings of intelligence,

Bible in Basic English

To have knowledge of wise teaching; to be clear about the words of reason:

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Cross references

“To know wisdom and instruction; to perceive the words of understanding;”

Proverbs 7:4 Proverbs 17:16 1 Kings 3:9–12 2 Timothy 3:15–17 Proverbs 4:5–7 Proverbs 16:16

Proverbs 7:4 · BSB

Say to wisdom, “You are my sister,” and call understanding your kinsman,

Proverbs 17:16 · BSB

Why should the fool have money in his hand with no intention of buying wisdom?

1 Kings 3:9–12 · BSB

Therefore give Your servant an understanding heart to judge Your people and to discern between good and evil. For who is able to govern this great people of Yours?”

2 Timothy 3:15–17 · BSB

From infancy you have known the Holy Scriptures, which are able to make you wise for salvation through faith in Christ Jesus.

Proverbs 4:5–7 · BSB

Get wisdom, get understanding; do not forget my words or turn from them.

Proverbs 16:16 · BSB

How much better to acquire wisdom than gold! To gain understanding is more desirable than silver.

Cross references adapted from OpenBible.info (CC BY 4.0) and the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge.

In context

1These are the proverbs of Solomon son of David, king of Israel,

3and for receiving instruction in wise living and in righteousness, justice, and equity.

Read Proverbs 1