Proverbs 1:29

“For that they hated knowledge, and did not choose the fear of the LORD:”

"For that they hated knowledge, and did not choose the fear of the LORD:" - Proverbs 1:29
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What does Proverbs 1:29 mean?

The verse Proverbs 1:29 from the King James Version of the Bible reads, "For that they hated knowledge, and did not choose the fear of the LORD." This verse is part of a collection of insightful and practical wisdom found in the book of Proverbs, which is attributed to King…

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The Wisdom of Choosing to Fear the Lord

In our lives filled with myriad choices and decisions, how often do we consider the implications of our disregard for knowledge? Proverbs 1:29 warns us that "For that they hated knowledge, and did not choose the fear of the LORD." This simple yet profound verse serves as a…

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A Prayer for Embracing Knowledge and Reverence for God

O Heavenly Father, Creator of the universe and the source of all wisdom, we come before You today with hearts open to Your guidance and minds poised to receive the truths of Your Word. We recognize that true knowledge is a gift bestowed upon those who seek You with sincerity and…

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Proverbs 1:29 - "For that they hated knowledge, and did not choose the fear of the LORD:"
Proverbs 29:1 - "He, that being often reproved hardeneth his neck, shall suddenly be destroyed, and that without remedy."
Proverbs 19:29 - "Judgments are prepared for scorners, and stripes for the back of fools."
Proverbs 29:10 - "The bloodthirsty hate the upright: but the just seek his soul."
Proverbs 29:12 - "If a ruler hearken to lies, all his servants are wicked."
Proverbs 29:7 - "The righteous considereth the cause of the poor: but the wicked regardeth not to know it."
Proverbs 29:5 - "A man that flattereth his neighbour spreadeth a net for his feet."
Proverbs 10:29 - "The way of the LORD is strength to the upright: but destruction shall be to the workers of iniquity."
Proverbs 29:4 - "The king by judgment establisheth the land: but he that receiveth gifts overthroweth it."
Proverbs 29:6 - "In the transgression of an evil man there is a snare: but the righteous doth sing and rejoice."
Proverbs 15:29 - "The LORD is far from the wicked: but he heareth the prayer of the righteous."
Proverbs 29:19 - "A servant will not be corrected by words: for though he understand he will not answer."
Proverbs 20:29 - "The glory of young men is their strength: and the beauty of old men is the gray head."
Proverbs 29:14 - "The king that faithfully judgeth the poor, his throne shall be established for ever."
Proverbs 30:29 - "There be three things which go well, yea, four are comely in going:"
Proverbs 29:16 - "When the wicked are multiplied, transgression increaseth: but the righteous shall see their fall."
Proverbs 29:13 - "The poor and the deceitful man meet together: the LORD lighteneth both their eyes."
"He, that being often reproved hardeneth his neck, shall suddenly be destroyed, and that without remedy." - Proverbs 29:1
Proverbs 29:27 - "An unjust man is an abomination to the just: and he that is upright in the way is abomination to the wicked."
Proverbs 31:29 - "Many daughters have done virtuously, but thou excellest them all."
Proverbs 29:22 - "An angry man stirreth up strife, and a furious man aboundeth in transgression."
Proverbs 29:18 - "Where there is no vision, the people perish: but he that keepeth the law, happy is he."
Proverbs 16:29 - "A violent man enticeth his neighbour, and leadeth him into the way that is not good."
Proverbs 3:29 - "Devise not evil against thy neighbour, seeing he dwelleth securely by thee."
Proverbs 29:26 - "Many seek the ruler's favour; but every man's judgment cometh from the LORD."
Proverbs 29:8 - "Scornful men bring a city into a snare: but wise men turn away wrath."
Proverbs 29:9 - "If a wise man contendeth with a foolish man, whether he rage or laugh, there is no rest."
Proverbs 14:29 - "He that is slow to wrath is of great understanding: but he that is hasty of spirit exalteth folly."
Proverbs 29:11 - "A fool uttereth all his mind: but a wise man keepeth it in till afterwards."