Proverbs 1:7 meaning and explanation
The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and discipline.
Proverbs 1:7, Berean Standard Bible
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These are the words of the narrator framing the whole book, introducing Solomon's proverbs to a reader deciding whether to pursue wisdom. The verse states the foundation of the entire collection: reverent awe of the LORD comes first, before any knowledge is gained.
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