Proverbs 5:1 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

My son, attend unto my wisdom, and bow thine ear to my understanding:

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

My son, pay attention to my wisdom, and listen carefully to my understanding:

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

The writer is asking his son to carefully listen and pay attention to the wise teaching he's about to share.

📚 Historical Context

This is part of King Solomon's collection of wise sayings, written around 950 BC for young men entering adulthood. In ancient Hebrew culture, fathers had the responsibility to teach their sons practical wisdom for living well. The term 'my son' was commonly used by teachers and wise men when addressing their students, not just biological children.

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