Proverbs 2:1
My son, if you accept what I say and value my instructions,
Free Bible Version
In The King James Version
My son, if thou wilt receive my words, and hide my commandments with thee;
In Context
2if you pay attention to wisdom and really try to understand;
Cross References
Deuteronomy 30:13It's not across the ocean so you have to ask, “Who is going to cross the ocean to get it for us and let us know what it says so we can obey it?”
Psalms 119:9How does a young person remain pure? By following what you say.
Proverbs 3:1My son, don't forget my instructions. Always keep my commands in mind.
Proverbs 4:10Listen, my son, if you accept what I tell you, then you will live a long life.
Proverbs 6:21Keep them always in mind. Tie them around your neck.
Proverbs 8:1Isn't wisdom calling? Isn't understanding raising her voice?
Matthew Henry on Proverbs 2:1
Solomon, having foretold the destruction of those who are obstinate in their impiety, in this chapter applies himself to those who are willing to be taught; and, I. He shows them that, if they would diligently use the means of knowledge and grace, they should obtain of God the knowledge and grace which they seek, ver. 1-9 . II. He shows them of what unspeakable advantage it would be to them. 1. It would preserve them from the snares of evil men ( ver. 10-15 ) and of evil women, ver. 16-19 . 2. It would direct them… Read the whole commentary →