Proverbs 4:1
Verse 1 of 27. The 4th of 31 chapters in Proverbs, in Poetry and Wisdom.
1Listen, sons, to a father’s instruction. Pay attention and know understanding;
2for I give you sound learning. Don’t forsake my law.
3For I was a son to my father, tender and an only child in the sight of my mother.
4He taught me, and said to me: “Let your heart retain my words. Keep my commandments, and live.
5Get wisdom. Get understanding. Don’t forget, and don’t deviate from the words of my mouth.
Pray Proverbs 4:1 with someone reading it aloud.
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