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Proverbs 9:10-12
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10 (A) Respect and obey the Lord!
This is the beginning
    of wisdom.[a]
To have understanding,
    you must know the Holy God.
11 I am Wisdom. If you follow me,
    you will live a long time.
12 Good sense is good for you,
but if you brag,
    you hurt yourself.

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  1. 9.10 the beginning of wisdom: Or “what wisdom is all about.”
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Proverbs 9:10-12
New International Version

10 The fear of the Lord(A) is the beginning of wisdom,
    and knowledge of the Holy One(B) is understanding.(C)
11 For through wisdom[a] your days will be many,
    and years will be added to your life.(D)
12 If you are wise, your wisdom will reward you;
    if you are a mocker, you alone will suffer.

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  1. Proverbs 9:11 Septuagint, Syriac and Targum; Hebrew me
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