Proverbs 4:7
The beginning of wisdom is this: Get wisdom, and whatever you get, get insight.
In context
4 he taught me and said to me, “Let your heart hold fast my words; keep my commandments, and live. 5 Get wisdom; get insight; do not forget, and do not turn away from the words of my mouth. 6 Do not forsake her, and she will keep you; love her, and she will guard you. 7 The beginning of wisdom is this: Get wisdom, and whatever you get, get insight. 8 Prize her highly, and she will exalt you; she will honor you if you embrace her. 9 She will place on your head a graceful garland; she will bestow on you a beautiful crown.”
10 Hear, my son, and accept my words, that the years of your life may be many.
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- KJV King James Version
— Proverbs 4:7 in the KJV
Wisdom is the principal thing; therefore get wisdom: And with all thy getting get understanding.
- NIV New International Version
— Proverbs 4:7 in the NIV
The beginning of wisdom is this: Get wisdom. Though it cost all you have, get understanding.