KJV ORIGINAL
My son, hear the instruction of thy father, and forsake not the law of thy mother:
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
My child, listen to your father's teaching, and don't ignore your mother's guidance.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is emphasizing that children should pay attention to and follow the wisdom their parents teach them.
📚 Historical Context
This verse comes from the opening section of Proverbs, where King Solomon is addressing his son with fatherly wisdom. In ancient Israel, both fathers and mothers played crucial roles in teaching children about God's ways and practical life skills. The 'law of thy mother' refers not to legal statutes, but to the moral instruction and wise guidance that mothers traditionally passed down to their children.
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