Proverbs 1:4
They give discernment to the immature, knowledge and discretion to the young.
Free Bible Version
In The King James Version
To give subtilty to the simple, to the young man knowledge and discretion.
In Context
3They provide education in what makes sense, living right, judging correctly, and acting fairly.
Cross References
Psalms 19:7The Lord's law is beneficial, renewing spiritual life. The Lord's teaching is trustworthy, making inexperienced people wise.
Psalms 119:9How does a young person remain pure? By following what you say.
Proverbs 1:22“How long will you stupid people love stupidity? How long will scornful people enjoy their mocking? How long will fools hate knowledge?
Proverbs 3:21My son, hold on to good judgment and wise decisions—don't let them out of your sight,
Proverbs 8:5If you're immature, learn how to grow up. If you're stupid, learn what makes good sense.
Proverbs 8:17I love those who love me, and those who really look for me will find me.
Matthew Henry on Proverbs 1:2-7
Proverbs We have now before us, I. A new author, or penman rather, or pen (if you will) made use of by the Holy Ghost for making known the mind of God to us, writing as moved by the finger of God (so the Spirit of God is called), and that is Solomon; through his hand came this book of Scripture and the two that follow it, Ecclesiastes and Canticles, a sermon and a song. Some think he wrote Canticles when he was very young, Proverbs in the midst of his days, and Ecclesiastes when he was old. In the title of his… Read the whole commentary →