Proverbs 1:7-9

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⁷Knowledge begins with fear and respect for the Lord, but stubborn fools hate wisdom and refuse to learn.

Advice to a Son

⁸My son,^[a] listen to your father when he corrects you, and don’t ignore what your mother teaches you. ⁹What you learn from your parents will bring you honor and respect, like a crown or a gold medal.^[b]

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Footnotes

Proverbs 1:8 My son The proverbs in this section may have been directed originally to a teenage boy, perhaps a prince, who was becoming a young man. They are intended to teach him how to be a responsible person and leader who loves and respects God.
Proverbs 1:9 Literally, “They are like a wreath of favor to your head and a necklace around your neck.”