KJV ORIGINAL
My son, attend unto my wisdom, and bow thine ear to my understanding:
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ 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
In ancient Israel, the Book of Proverbs was written by King Solomon as a collection of wisdom sayings to instruct young people on living a godly and prudent life. This verse opens a passage warning against the dangers of immorality, urging the listener to heed parental and divine wisdom. The cultural context of the time valued oral tradition and family teachings as essential for moral guidance and societal stability.
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