1The Proverbs of Solomon son of David, who reigned in Israel;
2to know wisdom and instruction, and to perceive words of understanding;
3to receive also hard saying, and to understand true justice, and how to direct judgement;
4that he might give subtlety to the simple, and to the young man discernment and understanding.
5For by the hearing of these a wise man will be wiser, and man of understanding will gain direction;
Proverbs 1
Proverbs 1:1-5