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Proverbs 22:15-17
Christian Standard Bible Anglicised
Proverbs 22:15-17
Christian Standard Bible Anglicised
15 Foolishness is bound to the heart of a youth;
a rod of discipline will separate it from him.(A)
16 Oppressing the poor to enrich oneself,
and giving to the rich – both lead only to poverty.(B)
Words of the Wise
17 Listen closely,[a] pay attention to the words of the wise,(C)
and apply your mind to my knowledge.
Footnotes
- 22:17 Lit Stretch out your ear
Christian Standard Bible Anglicised (CSBA)
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