Proverbs 1:8-9

“My son, hear the instruction of thy father, and forsake not the law of thy mother: For they shall be an ornament of grace unto thy head, and chains about thy neck.”

"My son, hear the instruction of thy father, and forsake not the law of thy mother: For they shall be an ornament of grace unto thy head, and chains about thy neck." - Proverbs 1:8-9
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What does Proverbs 1:8-9 mean?

Proverbs 1:8-9 from the King James Version, serves as a call to attention and an exhortation to listen to the teachings of one's parents. The verses read: "My son, hear the instruction of thy father, and forsake not the law of thy mother: For they shall be an ornament of grace…

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The Adornment of Wisdom: Honoring Parental Guidance

In Proverbs 1:8-9, we find a profound call to listen and adhere to the wisdom imparted by our parents. The King James Version states, "My son, hear the instruction of thy father, and forsake not the law of thy mother: For they shall be an ornament of grace unto thy head, and…

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A Prayer for Wisdom and Guidance from Parental Instructions

Heavenly Father, As I come before Your throne of grace today, my heart is overflowing with gratitude for the gift of family and the wisdom that You bestow upon us through them. Thank You, Lord, for the parenthood You have blessed me with, and for the guidance that flows from…

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