10 The beginning of wisdom is the fear of the Lord, and the knowledge of holy things, is [a]understanding.

11 For thy days shall be multiplied by me, and the years of thy life shall be augmented.

12 If thou be wise, thou shalt be wise for [b]thyself, and if thou be a scorner, thou alone shalt suffer.

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Footnotes

  1. Proverbs 9:10 He showeth what true understanding is, to know the will of God in his word which is meant by holy things.
  2. Proverbs 9:12 Thou shalt have the chief profit and commodity thereof.

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