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width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top">NET Bible</td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/p/net/esv/proverbs/3.shtml" style="color:#001320" title="Parallel Chapters"> Par ▾ </a></tr></table></div><div class="chap"><p class="title">Exhortations to Seek Wisdom and Walk with the Lord</p><p class="poetry1"><span class="reftext"><a href="/proverbs/3-1.htm"><b>1</b></a></span>My child, do not forget my teaching,</p><p class="poetry2">but let your heart keep my commandments,</p> <p class="poetry1"><span class="reftext"><a href="/proverbs/3-2.htm"><b>2</b></a></span>for they will provide a long and full life,</p><p class="poetry2">and they will add well-being to you.</p> <p class="poetry1"><span class="reftext"><a href="/proverbs/3-3.htm"><b>3</b></a></span>Do not let truth and mercy leave you;</p><p class="poetry2">bind them around your neck,</p><p class="poetry2">write them on the tablet of your heart.</p> <p class="poetry1"><span class="reftext"><a href="/proverbs/3-4.htm"><b>4</b></a></span>Then you will find favor and good understanding,</p><p class="poetry2">in the sight of God and people.</p> <p class="poetry1"><span class="reftext"><a href="/proverbs/3-5.htm"><b>5</b></a></span>Trust in the <span class="smallcaps">Lord</span> with all your heart,</p><p class="poetry2">and do not rely on your own understanding.</p> <p class="poetry1"><span class="reftext"><a href="/proverbs/3-6.htm"><b>6</b></a></span>Acknowledge him in all your ways, </p><p class="poetry2">and he will make your paths straight.</p> <p class="poetry1"><span class="reftext"><a href="/proverbs/3-7.htm"><b>7</b></a></span>Do not be wise in your own estimation;</p><p class="poetry2">fear the <span class="smallcaps">Lord</span> and turn away from evil.</p> <p class="poetry1"><span class="reftext"><a href="/proverbs/3-8.htm"><b>8</b></a></span>This will bring healing to your body,</p><p class="poetry2">and refreshment to your inner self.</p> <p class="poetry1"><span class="reftext"><a href="/proverbs/3-9.htm"><b>9</b></a></span>Honor the <span class="smallcaps">Lord</span> from your wealth</p><p class="poetry2">and from the first fruits of all your crops;</p> <p class="poetry1"><span class="reftext"><a href="/proverbs/3-10.htm"><b>10</b></a></span>then your barns will be filled completely,</p><p class="poetry2">and your vats will overflow with new wine.</p> <p class="poetry1"><span class="reftext"><a href="/proverbs/3-11.htm"><b>11</b></a></span>My child, do not despise discipline from the <span class="smallcaps">Lord,</span></p><p class="poetry2">and do not loathe his rebuke.</p> <p class="poetry1"><span class="reftext"><a href="/proverbs/3-12.htm"><b>12</b></a></span>For the <span class="smallcaps">Lord</span> disciplines those he loves,</p><p class="poetry2">just as a father disciplines the son in whom he delights.</p> <p class="title">Blessings of Obtaining Wisdom</p><p class="poetry1"><span class="reftext"><a href="/proverbs/3-13.htm"><b>13</b></a></span>Blessed is the one who finds wisdom,</p><p class="poetry2">and the one who obtains understanding.</p> <p class="poetry1"><span class="reftext"><a href="/proverbs/3-14.htm"><b>14</b></a></span>For her benefit is more profitable than silver,</p><p class="poetry2">and her gain is better than gold.</p> <p class="poetry1"><span class="reftext"><a href="/proverbs/3-15.htm"><b>15</b></a></span>She is more precious than rubies,</p><p class="poetry2">and none of the things you desire can compare with her.</p> <p class="poetry1"><span class="reftext"><a href="/proverbs/3-16.htm"><b>16</b></a></span>Long life is in her right hand;</p><p class="poetry2">in her left hand are riches and honor.</p> <p class="poetry1"><span class="reftext"><a href="/proverbs/3-17.htm"><b>17</b></a></span>Her ways are very pleasant,</p><p class="poetry2">and all her paths are peaceful.</p> <p class="poetry1"><span class="reftext"><a href="/proverbs/3-18.htm"><b>18</b></a></span>She is like a tree of life to those who obtain her,</p><p class="poetry2">and everyone who grasps hold of her will be blessed.</p> <p class="poetry1"><span class="reftext"><a href="/proverbs/3-19.htm"><b>19</b></a></span>By wisdom the <span class="smallcaps">Lord</span> laid the foundation of the earth;</p><p class="poetry2">he established the heavens by understanding.</p> <p class="poetry1"><span class="reftext"><a href="/proverbs/3-20.htm"><b>20</b></a></span>By his knowledge the primordial sea was broken open,</p><p class="poetry2">and the clouds drip down dew.</p> <p class="poetry1"><span class="reftext"><a href="/proverbs/3-21.htm"><b>21</b></a></span>My child, do not let them escape from your sight;</p><p class="poetry2">safeguard sound wisdom and discretion.</p> <p class="poetry1"><span class="reftext"><a href="/proverbs/3-22.htm"><b>22</b></a></span>So they will give life to you,</p><p class="poetry2">and grace to adorn your neck.</p> <p class="poetry1"><span class="reftext"><a href="/proverbs/3-23.htm"><b>23</b></a></span>Then you will walk on your way with security,</p><p class="poetry2">and you will not stumble.</p> <p class="poetry1"><span class="reftext"><a href="/proverbs/3-24.htm"><b>24</b></a></span>When you lie down you will not be filled with fear;</p><p class="poetry2">when you lie down your sleep will be pleasant.</p> <p class="poetry1"><span class="reftext"><a href="/proverbs/3-25.htm"><b>25</b></a></span>You will not be afraid of sudden disaster,</p><p class="poetry2">or when destruction overtakes the wicked;</p> <p class="poetry1"><span class="reftext"><a href="/proverbs/3-26.htm"><b>26</b></a></span>for the <span class="smallcaps">Lord</span> will be the source of your confidence,</p><p class="poetry2">and he will guard your foot from being caught in a trap.</p> <p class="title">Wisdom Demonstrated in Relationships with People</p><p class="poetry1"><span class="reftext"><a href="/proverbs/3-27.htm"><b>27</b></a></span>Do not withhold good from those who need it,</p><p class="poetry2">when you have the ability to help.</p> <p class="poetry1"><span class="reftext"><a href="/proverbs/3-28.htm"><b>28</b></a></span>Do not say to your neighbor, “Go! Return tomorrow</p><p class="poetry2">and I will give it,” when you have it with you at the time.</p> <p class="poetry1"><span class="reftext"><a href="/proverbs/3-29.htm"><b>29</b></a></span>Do not plot evil against your neighbor</p><p class="poetry2">when he dwells by you unsuspectingly.</p> <p class="poetry1"><span class="reftext"><a href="/proverbs/3-30.htm"><b>30</b></a></span>Do not accuse anyone without legitimate cause,</p><p class="poetry2">if he has not treated you wrongly.</p> <p class="poetry1"><span class="reftext"><a href="/proverbs/3-31.htm"><b>31</b></a></span>Do not envy a violent man,</p><p class="poetry2">and do not choose to imitate any of his ways;</p> <p class="poetry1"><span class="reftext"><a href="/proverbs/3-32.htm"><b>32</b></a></span>for one who goes astray is an abomination to the <span class="smallcaps">Lord,</span></p><p class="poetry2">but he reveals his intimate counsel to the upright.</p> <p class="poetry1"><span class="reftext"><a href="/proverbs/3-33.htm"><b>33</b></a></span>The <span class="smallcaps">Lord</span>’s curse is on the household of the wicked,</p><p class="poetry2">but he blesses the home of the righteous.</p> <p class="poetry1"><span class="reftext"><a href="/proverbs/3-34.htm"><b>34</b></a></span>Although he is scornful to arrogant scoffers,</p><p class="poetry2">yet he shows favor to the humble.</p> <p class="poetry1"><span class="reftext"><a href="/proverbs/3-35.htm"><b>35</b></a></span>The wise inherit honor,</p><p class="poetry2">but he holds fools up to public contempt.</p></div></div><div id="botbox"><div class="padbot"><div align="center"><a href="http://netbible.com/">NET Bible copyright © 1996-2006 by Biblical Studies Press, L.L.C. http://netbible.com.<br />Used by permission. 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