Proverbs 1:5-7

New International Version

⁵ let the wise listen and add to their learning,^(A)
    and let the discerning get guidance—
⁶ for understanding proverbs and parables,^(B)
    the sayings and riddles^(C) of the wise.^[a](D)

⁷ The fear of the Lord^(E) is the beginning of knowledge,
    but fools^[b] despise wisdom^(F) and instruction.^(G)