Proverbs 4:11
I direct you in the way of wisdom; 1 I lead you down straight paths. 1
Unlocked Literal Bible
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, and pay attention to my words, 1 and you will have many years in your life. 1
12When you walk, no one will stand in your way 1 and if you run, you will not stumble. 1
Cross References
1 Samuel 12:23As for me, far be it from me that I should sin against Yahweh by ceasing to pray for you. Instead, I will teach you the way that is good and right.
Psalms 25:4Make known to me your ways, Yahweh; 1 teach me your paths. 1
Proverbs 4:4he taught me and said to me, 1 “Let your heart hold fast to my words; 1 keep my commands and live. 1
Proverbs 8:9All of them are straight for the person who understands; 1 my words are upright for those who find knowledge. 1
Ecclesiastes 12:9The Teacher was wise and he taught the people knowledge. He studied and contemplated and set in order many proverbs.
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 →