Proverbs 1:5 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

A wise man will hear, and will increase learning; and a man of understanding shall attain unto wise counsels:

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

A wise person will listen and keep learning more; someone with understanding will gain wise advice.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse teaches that truly wise people never stop learning - they listen well and seek good counsel from others.

📚 Historical Context

This comes from the opening chapter of Proverbs, where Solomon is establishing the purpose and value of wisdom literature. In ancient Israel, wisdom was highly valued and often passed down through careful listening to elders and teachers. The culture emphasized that even the wisest people should remain humble students throughout their lives.

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