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Proverbs 1:3-5
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3 They will teach you how to be wise and self-controlled.
    They will teach you what is honest and fair and right.
4 They give the ability to think to those with little knowledge.
    They give knowledge and good sense to the young.
5 Wise people should also listen to them and learn even more.
    Even they can find good advice in these words.

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Proverbs 1:3-5
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3 for receiving instruction in prudent behavior,
    doing what is right and just and fair;
4 for giving prudence to those who are simple,[a](A)
    knowledge and discretion(B) to the young—
5 let the wise listen and add to their learning,(C)
    and let the discerning get guidance—

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Footnotes

  1. Proverbs 1:4 The Hebrew word rendered simple in Proverbs denotes a person who is gullible, without moral direction and inclined to evil.
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