Proverbs 4:1-5 Contemporary English Version Anglicised (CEVUK00)

1. My child, listen closelyto my teachingsand learn common sense.

2. My advice is useful,so don't turn away.

3. When I was still very youngand my mother's favourite child,my father

4. said to me:“If you follow my teachingsand keep them in mind,you will live.

5. Be wise and learn good sense;remember my teachingsand do what I say.

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