The Beginning of Knowledge (PRO 1:1-7)

[1:1] The proverbs of Solomon, son of David, king of Israel:

[1:2] To know wisdom and instruction, to understand words of insight,

[1:3] to receive instruction in wise dealing, in righteousness, justice, and equity;

[1:4] to give prudence to the simple, knowledge and discretion to the youth—

[1:5] Let the wise hear and increase in learning, and the one who understands obtain guidance,

[1:6] to understand a proverb and a saying, the words of the wise and their riddles.

[1:7] The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge; fools despise wisdom and instruction.