Proverbs 4:11
I have explained to you the way of wisdom; I have guided you along the right paths.
Free Bible Version
In The King James Version
I have taught thee in the way of wisdom; I have led thee in right paths.
In Context
10Listen, my son, if you accept what I tell you, then you will live a long life.
12Nothing will block your way when you walk, you won't stumble when you run.
Cross References
1 Samuel 12:23As for me, how could I sin against the Lord by no longer praying for you? I will also continue to teach you the way of goodness and right.
Psalms 25:4Show me your ways, Lord; teach me to follow your paths.
Proverbs 4:4he was the one who taught me. He told me, “Pay attention to the words I say and keep them in mind; do what I tell you and you will live.
Proverbs 8:9My words are straightforward to anyone with understanding; they are correct to those who have knowledge.
Ecclesiastes 12:9Not only was the Teacher a wise man, he also taught what he knew to others. He thought about many proverbs, studying them and arranging them.
Matthew Henry on Proverbs 4:2-14
Parental Instructions. 1 Hear, ye children, the instruction of a father, and attend to know understanding. 2 For I give you good doctrine, forsake ye not my law. 3 For I was my father's son, tender and only beloved in the sight of my mother. 4 He taught me also, and said unto me, Let thine heart retain my words: keep my commandments, and live. 5 Get wisdom, get understanding: forget it not; neither decline from the words of my mouth. 6 Forsake her not, and she shall preserve thee: love her, and she shall keep… Read the whole commentary →