Proverbs 1

The Beginning of Knowledge

1 These are the proverbs of Solomon son of David,

king of Israel,

2 for gaining wisdom and discipline,

for comprehending words of insight,

3 and for receiving instruction in wise living

and in righteousness, justice, and equity.

4 To impart prudence to the simple*1:4 The Hebrew word rendered simple in Proverbs refers to one who is naive, without moral direction, or inclined to evil.

and knowledge and discretion to the young,