Proverbs 1:2-10

²They are for achieving wisdom and instruction, and to recognize sayings that bring insight.

³They provide education in what makes sense, living right, judging correctly, and acting fairly.

⁴They give discernment to the immature, knowledge and discretion to the young.

⁵Wise people will listen and gain in learning, and those who have good judgment will gain skills in guidance,

⁶understanding the proverbs and puzzles, the sayings and questions of the wise.

⁷Honoring the Lord is where true knowledge begins, but fools treat wisdom and good advice with contempt.

⁸My son, pay attention to your father's instruction, and don't reject your mother's teaching.

⁹They are a wreath of grace to decorate your head; they are pendants for your neck.

¹⁰My son, if evil people try to tempt you, don't give into them.