Proverbs 4:13
Hold on to these instructions—don't let them go. Protect them, for they are life's foundation.
Free Bible Version
In The King James Version
Take fast hold of instruction; let her not go: keep her; for she is thy life.
In Context
12Nothing will block your way when you walk, you won't stumble when you run.
14Don't go the way of the wicked or follow the example of those who do evil.
Cross References
Genesis 32:26Then the man said, “Let me go because it's almost dawn.” “I won't let you go unless you bless me,” Jacob replied.
Proverbs 3:18Wisdom is a tree of life to everyone who embraces her, blessing those who accept her.
Proverbs 6:23For the instruction is a lamp, and the teaching is a light. The correction that comes from discipline is the way to life.
Proverbs 10:17If you accept instruction, you're on the path to life, but if you reject correction you'll go astray.
Ecclesiastes 7:12For wisdom provides security, as does money, but the advantage for those who have wisdom is that they are kept safe and sound!
Luke 24:27Then, starting with Moses and all the prophets, he explained to them everything that was said in Scripture about himself.
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 →