Proverbs 1:8

“My son, hear the instruction of thy father, and forsake not the law of thy mother:”

"My son, hear the instruction of thy father, and forsake not the law of thy mother:" - Proverbs 1:8
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What does Proverbs 1:8 mean?

Proverbs 1:8 in the King James Version of the Bible states, "My son, hear the instruction of thy father, and forsake not the law of thy mother." This verse is filled with wisdom and provides valuable guidance for living a righteous and fulfilling life. In this commentary, we…

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The Wisdom of Honor: Embracing Parental Guidance

In the ever-evolving tapestry of life, one truth remains constant: the significance of heeding wise counsel. Proverbs 1:8 speaks directly to this foundational principle, stating, "My son, hear the instruction of thy father, and forsake not the law of thy mother." This verse…

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A Prayer for Divine Wisdom and Understanding

Heavenly Father, In the stillness of this moment, I humbly come before You, grateful for the gift of life and for the wisdom of Your Word. I pause to reflect on the profound truth encapsulated in Proverbs 1:8, where it is written, "My son, hear the instruction of thy father, and…

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Proverbs 1:8 - "My son, hear the instruction of thy father, and forsake not the law of thy mother:"
Proverbs 1:8-9 - "Listen, my son, to your father’s instruction and do not forsake your mother’s teaching. They are a garland to grace your head and a chain to adorn your neck."
Proverbs 1:8 (KJV) says: "My son, hear the instruction of thy father, and forsake not the law of thy mother."
"Listen, my son, to your father’s instruction and do not forsake your mother’s teaching. They are a garland to grace your head and a chain to adorn your neck." - Proverbs 1:8-9
Proverbs 19:8
Proverbs 19:8
Proverbs 8:1 - "Doth not wisdom cry? and understanding put forth her voice?"
"Doth not wisdom cry? and understanding put forth her voice?" - Proverbs 8:1
Proverbs 8:8 - "All the words of my mouth are in righteousness; there is nothing froward or perverse in them."
Proverbs 8:22-36
Proverbs 8:22-31
Proverbs 8:34-36
Proverbs 8:33 - "Hear instruction, and be wise, and refuse it not."
Proverbs 1:1 - "The proverbs of Solomon the son of David, king of Israel;"
Proverbs 8:15 - "By me kings reign, and princes decree justice."
Proverbs 3:8 - "It shall be health to thy navel, and marrow to thy bones."
Proverbs 8:20 - "I lead in the way of righteousness, in the midst of the paths of judgment:"
Proverbs 8:18 - "Riches and honour are with me; yea, durable riches and righteousness."
Proverbs 8:3 - "She crieth at the gates, at the entry of the city, at the coming in at the doors."
Proverbs 6:8 - "Provideth her meat in the summer, and gathereth her food in the harvest."
Proverbs 18:8 - "The words of a talebearer are as wounds, and they go down into the innermost parts of the belly."
Proverbs 13:8 - "The ransom of a man's life are his riches: but the poor heareth not rebuke."
Proverbs 14:8 - "The wisdom of the prudent is to understand his way: but the folly of fools is deceit."
Proverbs 8:2 - "She standeth in the top of high places, by the way in the places of the paths."
Proverbs 15:8 - "The sacrifice of the wicked is an abomination to the LORD: but the prayer of the upright is his delight."
Proverbs 11:8 - "The righteous is delivered out of trouble, and the wicked cometh in his stead."
Proverbs 10:8 - "The wise in heart will receive commandments: but a prating fool shall fall."
Proverbs 24:8 - "He that deviseth to do evil shall be called a mischievous person."
Proverbs 2:8 - "He keepeth the paths of judgment, and preserveth the way of his saints."