Bible Strands
Proverbs 1:2
for gaining wisdom and discipline, for comprehending words of insight,
Berean Standard Bible
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Study note
Setting — Solomon, identified as the son of David and king of Israel, opens his collection of proverbs to state the foundational purpose of the written instruction.
The words — The Hebrew לָדַ֣עַת (laDa'at) carries the literal sense of "to know" or "to learn," while חָכְמָ֣ה (chokmah) translates directly to "wisdom."
The thread — This aim extends to receiving instruction in righteous living in Proverbs 1:3, and Proverbs 7:4 portrays wisdom and understanding as familial figures to be addressed directly.
Why it lands — The verse requires the reader to actively acquire discernment and moral training as the necessary foundation for interpreting the subsequent instructions.
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The Hebrew words
King James Version
To know wisdom and instruction; to perceive the words of understanding;
Cross-references
- Proverbs 7:4 Say to wisdom, “You are my sister,” and call understanding your kinsman,
- Deuteronomy 4:5 See, I have taught you statutes and ordinances just as the LORD my God has commanded me, so that you may follow them in the land that you are about to enter and possess.
- 1 Kings 3:9 Therefore give Your servant an understanding heart to judge Your people and to discern between good and evil. For who is able to govern this great people of Yours?”
- Proverbs 17:16 Why should the fool have money in his hand with no intention of buying wisdom?
- 2 Timothy 3:15 From infancy you have known the Holy Scriptures, which are able to make you wise for salvation through faith in Christ Jesus.
- Proverbs 4:5 Get wisdom, get understanding; do not forget my words or turn from them.
- Proverbs 16:16 How much better to acquire wisdom than gold! To gain understanding is more desirable than silver.
- Proverbs 8:5 O simple ones, learn to be shrewd; O fools, gain understanding.