Proverbs 1:7
Proverbs 1:7 New King James Version (NKJV)
The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge, But fools despise wisdom and instruction.
Proverbs 1:7 New Living Translation (NLT)
Fear of the LORD is the foundation of true knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and discipline.
Proverbs 1:7 The Message (MSG)
Start with GOD—the first step in learning is bowing down to GOD; only fools thumb their noses at such wisdom and learning.
Proverbs 1:7 King James Version (KJV)
The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge: But fools despise wisdom and instruction.
Proverbs 1:7 New American Standard Bible - NASB 1995 (NASB1995)
The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge; Fools despise wisdom and instruction.
Proverbs 1:7 New Century Version (NCV)
Knowledge begins with respect for the LORD, but fools hate wisdom and discipline.
Proverbs 1:7 American Standard Version (ASV)
The fear of Jehovah is the beginning of knowledge; But the foolish despise wisdom and instruction.
Proverbs 1:7 New International Version (NIV)
The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and instruction.
Proverbs 1:7 Amplified Bible (AMP)
The [reverent] fear of the LORD [that is, worshiping Him and regarding Him as truly awesome] is the beginning and the preeminent part of knowledge [its starting point and its essence]; But arrogant fools despise [skillful and godly] wisdom and instruction and self-discipline.
Proverbs 1:7 The Passion Translation (TPT)
We cross the threshold of true knowledge when we live in obedient devotion to God. Stubborn know-it-alls will never stop to do this, for they scorn true wisdom and knowledge.
