Proverbs 2:1-2

“My son, if thou wilt receive my words, and hide my commandments with thee; So that thou incline thine ear unto wisdom, and apply thine heart to understanding;”

"My son, if thou wilt receive my words, and hide my commandments with thee; So that thou incline thine ear unto wisdom, and apply thine heart to understanding;" - Proverbs 2:1-2
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What does Proverbs 2:1-2 mean?

Proverbs 2:1-2 in the King James Version reads, "My son, if thou wilt receive my words, and hide my commandments with thee; so that thou incline thine ear unto wisdom, and apply thine heart to understanding." This passage is part of the Book of Proverbs, which is a collection of…

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The Treasure of Wisdom: A Heart Open to Understanding

In the rich tapestry of Scripture, the book of Proverbs stands out as a beacon for those yearning for wisdom and understanding. Proverbs 2:1-2 in the King James Version offers profound insight into how we can cultivate a life filled with wisdom: "My son, if thou wilt receive my…

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A Prayer for Wisdom and Understanding

Heavenly Father, With a humble heart, I come before You today, seeking wisdom and understanding. As I meditate on the words of Proverbs 2:1-2, I am reminded of the profound invitation You extend to us, inviting us to draw closer to You and to open our hearts to Your truth. The…

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Proverbs 2:1-2 - "My son, if you accept my words and store up my commands within you, turning your ear to wisdom and applying your heart to understanding."
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Proverbs 2:1 - "My son, if thou wilt receive my words, and hide my commandments with thee;"
Proverbs 1:2 - "To know wisdom and instruction; to perceive the words of understanding;"
Matthew 2:1-2
Genesis 2:1-2
Genesis 2:1-2
Proverbs 15:1-2 - "1 A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger. 2 The tongue of the wise adorns knowledge, but the mouth of the fool gushes folly."
Proverbs 2:2
"My son, if thou wilt receive my words, and hide my commandments with thee;" - Proverbs 2:1
"To know wisdom and instruction; to perceive the words of understanding;" - Proverbs 1:2
Proverbs 2:2 - "So that thou incline thine ear unto wisdom, and apply thine heart to understanding;"
Proverbs 3:1-2 - "My son, do not forget my teaching, but keep my commands in your heart, for they will prolong your life many years and bring you peace and prosperity."
Proverbs 2:15 - "Whose ways are crooked, and they froward in their paths:"
Proverbs 24:2 - "For their heart studieth destruction, and their lips talk of mischief."
Proverbs 11:2 - "When pride cometh, then cometh shame: but with the lowly is wisdom."
Proverbs 2:13 - "Who leave the paths of uprightness, to walk in the ways of darkness;"
Proverbs 2:21 - "For the upright shall dwell in the land, and the perfect shall remain in it."
Proverbs 2:14 - "Who rejoice to do evil, and delight in the frowardness of the wicked;"
"1 A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger. 2 The tongue of the wise adorns knowledge, but the mouth of the fool gushes folly." - Proverbs 15:1-2
Proverbs 2:4 - "If thou seekest her as silver, and searchest for her as for hid treasures;"
Proverbs 2:5 - "Then shalt thou understand the fear of the LORD, and find the knowledge of God."
Proverbs 8:2 - "She standeth in the top of high places, by the way in the places of the paths."