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Teach the righteous, and they will learn even more.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/proverbs/9.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />Give instruction to a wise man, and he will be still wiser; teach a righteous man, and he will increase in learning.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/proverbs/9.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />Instruct a wise man, and he will be wiser still; teach a righteous man, and he will increase his learning.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/proverbs/9.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />Give <i>instruction</i> to a wise <i>man</i>, and he will be yet wiser: teach a just <i>man</i>, and he will increase in learning.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/proverbs/9.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Give <i>instruction</i> to a wise <i>man,</i> and he will be still wiser; Teach a just <i>man,</i> and he will increase in learning.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/proverbs/9.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />Give <i>instruction</i> to a wise person and he will become still wiser; Teach a righteous person and he will increase <i>his</i> insight.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/proverbs/9.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />Give instruction to a wise man and he will be still wiser, Teach a righteous man and he will increase his learning.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/proverbs/9.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />Give <i>instruction</i> to a wise man, and he will be still wiser, Teach a righteous man, and he will increase <i>his</i> learning.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/proverbs/9.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Give <i>knowledge</i> to a wise man and he will be still wiser, Make a righteous man know <i>it</i> and he will increase <i>his</i> learning.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/proverbs/9.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />Give <i>instruction</i> to a wise man and he will become even wiser; Teach a righteous man and he will increase his learning.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/proverbs/9.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Instruct the wise, and he will be wiser still; teach the righteous, and he will learn more.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/proverbs/9.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Instruct a wise man, and he will be wiser still; teach a righteous man, and he will learn more.&#8221 <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/proverbs/9.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Give instruction to a wise man, and he will be yet wiser: Teach a righteous man, and he will increase in learning.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/proverbs/9.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />If you have good sense, instruction will help you to have even better sense. And if you live right, education will help you to know even more. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/proverbs/9.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />Give instruction to a wise man, and he will be yet wiser: teach a righteous man, and he will increase in learning.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/proverbs/9.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Give [advice] to a wise person, and he will become even wiser. Teach a righteous person, and he will learn more.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/proverbs/9.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />Anything you say to the wise will make them wiser. Whatever you tell the righteous will add to their knowledge. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/proverbs/9.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Counsel a wise man, and he will be wiser still; teach a righteous man, and he will add to his learning.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/proverbs/9.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />Instruct a wise man, and he will be wiser still; teach a righteous man, and he will increase his learning.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/proverbs/9.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />Give instruction to a wise person, and he will become wiser still; teach a righteous person and he will add to his learning. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/proverbs/9.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />Instruct a wise man, and he will be still wiser. Teach a righteous man, and he will increase in learning.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/proverbs/9.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Give instruction to a wise man, and he will be yet wiser: teach a just man, and he will increase in learning.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/proverbs/9.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Instruct a wise person, and he will be still wiser. Teach a righteous person, and he will increase in learning. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/proverbs/9.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />Give to the wise, and he is wiser still, "" Make known to the righteous, "" And he increases learning.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/proverbs/9.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> Give to the wise, and he is wiser still, Make known to the righteous, And he increaseth learning.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/proverbs/9.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Thou shalt give to the wise one and he will be more wise: make known to the just one and he will add receiving.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/proverbs/9.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Give an occasion to a wise man, and wisdom shall be added to him. Teach a just man, and he shall make haste to receive it. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/proverbs/9.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />Present an opportunity to the wise, and wisdom shall be added to him. Teach the just, and he will hurry to receive it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/proverbs/9.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Instruct the wise, and they become still wiser; teach the just, and they advance in learning. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/proverbs/9.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Give instruction to the wise, and they will become wiser still; teach the righteous and they will gain in learning.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/proverbs/9.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />Give an opportunity to a wise man, and he will be yet wiser; teach a just man, and he will increase in learning.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/proverbs/9.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />Give opportunity to a wise man that again he may learn wisdom, and teach the righteous that he may progress beyond his teacher.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/proverbs/9.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />Give to a wise man, and he will be yet wiser; Teach a righteous man, and he will increase in learning.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/proverbs/9.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />Give an opportunity to a wise <i>man</i>, and he will be wiser: instruct a just man, and he will receive more <i>instruction</i>.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/proverbs/9-9.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/kpUA5ZltBeQ?start=1588" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/proverbs/9.htm">The Way of Wisdom</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">8</span>Do not rebuke a mocker, or he will hate you; rebuke a wise man, and he will love you. <span class="reftext">9</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/5414.htm" title="5414: tên (V-Qal-Imp-ms) -- To give, put, set. A primitive root; to give, used with greatest latitude of application.">Instruct</a> <a href="/hebrew/2450.htm" title="2450: lə·ḥā·ḵām (Prep-l:: Adj-ms) -- Wise. From chakam; wise.">a wise man,</a> <a href="/hebrew/2449.htm" title="2449: wə·yeḥ·kam- (Conj-w:: V-Qal-ConjImperf-3ms) -- To be wise. A primitive root, to be wise.">and he will be wiser</a> <a href="/hebrew/5750.htm" title="5750: ‘ō·wḏ (Adv) -- Or rod; from uwd; properly, iteration or continuance; used only adverbially, again, repeatedly, still, more.">still;</a> <a href="/hebrew/3045.htm" title="3045: hō·w·ḏa‘ (V-Hifil-Imp-ms) -- A primitive root; to know; used in a great variety of senses, figuratively, literally, euphemistically and inferentially.">teach</a> <a href="/hebrew/6662.htm" title="6662: lə·ṣad·dîq (Prep-l:: Adj-ms) -- Just, righteous. From tsadaq; just.">a righteous man,</a> <a href="/hebrew/3254.htm" title="3254: wə·yō·w·sep̄ (Conj-w:: V-Hifil-ConjImperf.Jus-3ms) -- To add. A primitive root; to add or augment.">and he will increase</a> <a href="/hebrew/3948.htm" title="3948: le·qaḥ (N-ms) -- A learning, teaching. From laqach; properly, something received, i.e. instruction; also inveiglement.">his learning.</a> </span><span class="reftext">10</span>The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/1-5.htm">Proverbs 1:5</a></span><br />let the wise listen and gain instruction, and the discerning acquire wise counsel<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/19-20.htm">Proverbs 19:20</a></span><br />Listen to counsel and accept discipline, that you may be wise the rest of your days.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/15-31.htm">Proverbs 15:31-32</a></span><br />He who listens to life-giving reproof will dwell among the wise. / He who ignores discipline despises himself, but whoever heeds correction gains understanding.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/4-7.htm">Proverbs 4:7</a></span><br />Wisdom is supreme; so acquire wisdom. And whatever you may acquire, gain understanding.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/12-1.htm">Proverbs 12:1</a></span><br />Whoever loves discipline loves knowledge, but he who hates correction is stupid.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/13-1.htm">Proverbs 13:1</a></span><br />A wise son heeds his father’s discipline, but a mocker does not listen to rebuke.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/10-8.htm">Proverbs 10:8</a></span><br />A wise heart will receive commandments, but foolish lips will come to ruin.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/18-15.htm">Proverbs 18:15</a></span><br />The heart of the discerning acquires knowledge, and the ear of the wise seeks it out.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/23-12.htm">Proverbs 23:12</a></span><br />Apply your heart to instruction and your ears to words of knowledge.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ecclesiastes/7-5.htm">Ecclesiastes 7:5</a></span><br />It is better to heed a wise man’s rebuke than to listen to the song of fools.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/13-12.htm">Matthew 13:12</a></span><br />Whoever has will be given more, and he will have an abundance. Whoever does not have, even what he has will be taken away from him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/james/1-5.htm">James 1:5</a></span><br />Now if any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_timothy/3-16.htm">2 Timothy 3:16-17</a></span><br />All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for instruction, for conviction, for correction, and for training in righteousness, / so that the man of God may be complete, fully equipped for every good work.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/5-14.htm">Hebrews 5:14</a></span><br />But solid food is for the mature, who by constant use have trained their senses to distinguish good from evil.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/colossians/1-9.htm">Colossians 1:9-10</a></span><br />For this reason, since the day we heard about you, we have not stopped praying for you and asking God to fill you with the knowledge of His will in all spiritual wisdom and understanding, / so that you may walk in a manner worthy of the Lord and may please Him in every way: bearing fruit in every good work, growing in the knowledge of God,</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Give instruction to a wise man, and he will be yet wiser: teach a just man, and he will increase in learning.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/1-5.htm">Proverbs 1:5</a></b></br> A wise <i>man</i> will hear, and will increase learning; and a man of understanding shall attain unto wise counsels:</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/25-12.htm">Proverbs 25:12</a></b></br> <i>As</i> an earring of gold, and an ornament of fine gold, <i>so is</i> a wise reprover upon an obedient ear.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/hosea/6-3.htm">Hosea 6:3</a></b></br> Then shall we know, <i>if</i> we follow on to know the LORD: his going forth is prepared as the morning; and he shall come unto us as the rain, as the latter <i>and</i> former rain unto the earth.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/proverbs/3-2.htm">Add</a> <a href="/1_timothy/6-18.htm">Impart</a> <a href="/proverbs/8-19.htm">Increase</a> <a href="/proverbs/6-35.htm">Increased</a> <a href="/proverbs/1-5.htm">Increaseth</a> <a href="/psalms/105-22.htm">Instruct</a> <a href="/proverbs/8-33.htm">Instruction</a> <a href="/proverbs/4-2.htm">Learning</a> <a href="/proverbs/8-16.htm">Righteous</a> <a href="/proverbs/4-11.htm">Teach</a> <a href="/proverbs/9-7.htm">Teaching</a> <a href="/proverbs/6-23.htm">Training</a> <a href="/proverbs/8-9.htm">Upright</a> <a href="/proverbs/9-8.htm">Wise</a> <a href="/psalms/119-98.htm">Wiser</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/proverbs/19-19.htm">Add</a> <a href="/luke/3-11.htm">Impart</a> <a href="/proverbs/10-16.htm">Increase</a> <a href="/proverbs/9-11.htm">Increased</a> <a href="/proverbs/11-24.htm">Increaseth</a> <a href="/songs/8-2.htm">Instruct</a> <a href="/proverbs/10-17.htm">Instruction</a> <a href="/proverbs/16-23.htm">Learning</a> <a href="/proverbs/10-3.htm">Righteous</a> <a href="/proverbs/22-17.htm">Teach</a> <a href="/proverbs/10-17.htm">Teaching</a> <a href="/proverbs/10-17.htm">Training</a> <a href="/proverbs/10-3.htm">Upright</a> <a href="/proverbs/9-10.htm">Wise</a> <a href="/proverbs/26-16.htm">Wiser</a><div class="vheading2">Proverbs 9</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/9-1.htm">The discipline</a></span><br><span class="reftext">4. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/9-4.htm">and the doctrine of wisdom</a></span><br><span class="reftext">13. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/9-13.htm">The custom</a></span><br><span class="reftext">16. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/9-16.htm">and error of folly</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; 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In biblical context, wisdom is highly esteemed, as seen throughout the Book of Proverbs. The wise man is not complacent but seeks continual growth, reflecting the biblical principle that wisdom is a lifelong pursuit (<a href="/proverbs/4-7.htm">Proverbs 4:7</a>). This aligns with the cultural context of ancient Israel, where wisdom was often associated with the fear of the Lord (<a href="/proverbs/1-7.htm">Proverbs 1:7</a>). The wise man's willingness to learn more can be seen as a type of Christ, who, though perfect, demonstrated humility and growth in wisdom (<a href="/luke/2-52.htm">Luke 2:52</a>). This phrase also connects with <a href="/james/1-5.htm">James 1:5</a>, which encourages believers to ask God for wisdom, promising that it will be given generously.<p><b>teach a righteous man, and he will increase his learning.</b><br>The righteous man, like the wise man, is characterized by a desire for growth and understanding. Righteousness in the Old Testament is often linked to living in accordance with God's laws and commands. The cultural and historical context of ancient Israel placed a high value on righteousness as a reflection of one's relationship with God. This phrase suggests that the righteous are teachable and eager to expand their knowledge, which is a mark of true righteousness. This is echoed in <a href="/psalms/119-97.htm">Psalm 119:97-104</a>, where the psalmist expresses love for God's law and a desire to meditate on it continually. The righteous man's increase in learning can also be seen as a reflection of the transformative power of God's Word, as described in <a href="/2_timothy/3-16.htm">2 Timothy 3:16-17</a>, which equips believers for every good work.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/w/wise_man.htm">Wise Man</a></b><br>Represents individuals who possess wisdom and are open to further instruction. In the Hebrew context, "wise" (chakam) implies skillful living and moral insight.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/r/righteous_man.htm">Righteous Man</a></b><br>Refers to those who live in accordance with God's standards. The Hebrew word for "righteous" (tsaddiq) denotes someone who is just and ethical.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/s/solomon.htm">Solomon</a></b><br>Traditionally considered the author of Proverbs, Solomon was known for his wisdom and his role as the king of Israel.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/p/proverbs.htm">Proverbs</a></b><br>A book in the Old Testament consisting of sayings and teachings that provide practical guidance for living a life pleasing to God.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/a/ancient_israel.htm">Ancient Israel</a></b><br>The cultural and historical context in which these proverbs were written, emphasizing the importance of wisdom and righteousness in daily life.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_value_of_continuous_learning.htm">The Value of Continuous Learning</a></b><br>Wisdom is not a static trait but a dynamic process. Even the wise can grow wiser, and the righteous can deepen their understanding.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/o/openness_to_instruction.htm">Openness to Instruction</a></b><br>A hallmark of wisdom is the willingness to receive instruction. This humility leads to growth and maturity in faith.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/r/righteousness_and_learning.htm">Righteousness and Learning</a></b><br>Righteousness involves a commitment to learning and applying God's truth. It is an active pursuit of aligning one's life with God's will.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_community.htm">The Role of Community</a></b><br>Instruction often comes through community—teachers, mentors, and fellow believers. Engaging with others in the faith community can enhance our wisdom and righteousness.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/g/god_as_the_source_of_wisdom.htm">God as the Source of Wisdom</a></b><br>Ultimately, wisdom and righteousness come from God. Seeking His guidance through prayer and Scripture is essential for growth.<a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/proverbs/9.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(9) <span class= "bld">Give instruction to a wise man.--</span>Comp. <a href="/matthew/13-12.htm" title="For whoever has, to him shall be given, and he shall have more abundance: but whoever has not, from him shall be taken away even that he has.">Matthew 13:12</a>; <a href="/matthew/25-29.htm" title="For to every one that has shall be given, and he shall have abundance: but from him that has not shall be taken away even that which he has.">Matthew 25:29</a>.<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/proverbs/9.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 9.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">Give instruction to a wise man, and he will be yet wiser.</span> The Hebrew is merely "give to the wise," with no object mentioned; but the context suggests "instruction," even though, as in ver. 8, it takes the form of rebuke. Vulgate and Septuagint, "Give an opportunity to a wise man, and he will be wiser" (comp. <a href="/matthew/13-12.htm">Matthew 13:12</a>; <a href="/matthew/25-29.htm">Matthew 25:29</a>). To make the best use of all occasions of learning duty, whether they present themselves in a winning or a forbidden shape, is the part of one who is wise unto salvation (see <a href="/proverbs/1-5.htm">Proverbs 1:5</a>, and note there). <span class="cmt_word">Teach a just man, and he will increase in learning.</span> Wisdom being a moral and not merely an intellectual, quality. there is a natural interchange of "wise" and "just," referring to the same individual, in the two clauses. Vulgate, <span class="accented">festinabit accipere</span>; Septuagint, "Instruct a wise man, and he shall have more given him." The wise are thus rewarded with larger measures of wisdom, because they are simple, humble, and willing to learn, having that childlike spirit which Christ commends (<a href="/matthew/18-3.htm">Matthew 18:3</a>). <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/proverbs/9-9.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">Instruct</span><br /><span class="heb">תֵּ֣ן</span> <span class="translit">(tên)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5414.htm">Strong's 5414: </a> </span><span class="str2">To give, put, set</span><br /><br /><span class="word">a wise man,</span><br /><span class="heb">לְ֭חָכָם</span> <span class="translit">(lə·ḥā·ḵām)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-l | Adjective - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2450.htm">Strong's 2450: </a> </span><span class="str2">Wise</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and he will be wiser</span><br /><span class="heb">וְיֶחְכַּם־</span> <span class="translit">(wə·yeḥ·kam-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive imperfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2449.htm">Strong's 2449: </a> </span><span class="str2">To be wise</span><br /><br /><span class="word">still;</span><br /><span class="heb">ע֑וֹד</span> <span class="translit">(‘ō·wḏ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adverb<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5750.htm">Strong's 5750: </a> </span><span class="str2">Iteration, continuance, again, repeatedly, still, more</span><br /><br /><span class="word">teach</span><br /><span class="heb">הוֹדַ֥ע</span> <span class="translit">(hō·w·ḏa‘)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Hifil - Imperative - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3045.htm">Strong's 3045: </a> </span><span class="str2">To know</span><br /><br /><span class="word">a righteous man,</span><br /><span class="heb">לְ֝צַדִּ֗יק</span> <span class="translit">(lə·ṣad·dîq)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-l | Adjective - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6662.htm">Strong's 6662: </a> </span><span class="str2">Just, righteous</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and he will increase</span><br /><span class="heb">וְי֣וֹסֶף</span> <span class="translit">(wə·yō·w·sep̄)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Conjunctive imperfect Jussive - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3254.htm">Strong's 3254: </a> </span><span class="str2">To add, augment</span><br /><br /><span class="word">[his] learning.</span><br /><span class="heb">לֶֽקַח׃</span> <span class="translit">(le·qaḥ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3948.htm">Strong's 3948: </a> </span><span class="str2">Something received, instruction, inveiglement</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/proverbs/9-9.htm">Proverbs 9:9 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/proverbs/9-9.htm">Proverbs 9:9 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/proverbs/9-9.htm">Proverbs 9:9 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/proverbs/9-9.htm">Proverbs 9:9 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/proverbs/9-9.htm">Proverbs 9:9 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/proverbs/9-9.htm">Proverbs 9:9 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/proverbs/9-9.htm">Proverbs 9:9 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/proverbs/9-9.htm">Proverbs 9:9 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/proverbs/9-9.htm">Proverbs 9:9 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/proverbs/9-9.htm">Proverbs 9:9 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/proverbs/9-9.htm">OT Poetry: Proverbs 9:9 Instruct a wise man and he will (Prov. 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