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Proverbs 1 Summary
The Beginning of Wisdom: Fear of the LORD
Proverbs opens with its purpose: giving wisdom and instruction, understanding and prudence to the young. The foundation is stated: the fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom. A father instructs his son to seek wisdom and shun the enticement of sinners. Wisdom herself cries out in the streets.
Key themes
WisdomFear of GodInstructionYouth
Key verses
Proverbs 1:2-4
“To know wisdom and instruction; to perceive the words of understanding;”
Proverbs 1:7
“The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge: but fools despise wisdom and instruction.”
Proverbs 1:20
“Wisdom crieth without; she uttereth her voice in the streets:”
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