Proverbs 4:5

Old Testament Wisdom/Poetry ASV (1901)

Get wisdom, get understanding; Forget not, neither decline from the words of my mouth;

Proverbs 4:5 — American Standard Version

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Context — Proverbs 4

American Standard Version (1901) — public domain. Click any verse for its study page.

2For I give you good doctrine; Forsake ye not my law.

3For I was a son unto my father, Tender and only beloved in the sight of my mother.

4And he taught me, and said unto me: Let thy heart retain my words; Keep my commandments, and live;

5Get wisdom, get understanding; Forget not, neither decline from the words of my mouth;

6Forsake her not, and she will preserve thee; Love her, and she will keep thee.

7Wisdom [is] the principal thing; [therefore] get wisdom; Yea, with all thy getting get understanding.

8Exalt her, and she will promote thee; She will bring thee to honor, when thou dost embrace her.

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