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Proverbs 1:3-5
GOD’S WORD Translation

3 to acquire the discipline of wise behavior—
righteousness and justice and fairness—
4 to give insight to gullible people,
to give knowledge and foresight to the young—
5 a wise person will listen and continue to learn,
and an understanding person will gain direction—

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Proverbs 1:3-5
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3 for receiving instruction in prudent behavior,
    doing what is right and just and fair;
4 for giving prudence to those who are simple,[a](A)
    knowledge and discretion(B) to the young—
5 let the wise listen and add to their learning,(C)
    and let the discerning get guidance—

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  1. Proverbs 1:4 The Hebrew word rendered simple in Proverbs denotes a person who is gullible, without moral direction and inclined to evil.
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