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Proverbs 2:1 - 2:11


Yahweh Gives Wisdom

My son, if you will receive my words
And treasure my commandments within you,

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To make your ear pay attention to wisdom,
Incline your heart to discernment;

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For if you call out for understanding,
Give your voice for discernment;

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If you seek her as silver
And search for her as for hidden treasures;

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Then you will understand the fear of Yahweh
And find the knowledge of God.

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For Yahweh gives wisdom;
From His mouth come knowledge and discernment.

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He stores up sound wisdom for the upright,
A shield to those who walk in integrity,

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To guard the paths of justice,
And He keeps the way of His holy ones.

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Then you will understand righteousness and justice
And equity—every good track.

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For wisdom will enter your heart
And knowledge will be pleasant to your soul;

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Discretion will keep you,
Discernment will guard you,