Proverbs 4:4

He taught me also, and said unto me, Let thine heart retain my words: keep my commandments, and live.

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Other Translations for Proverbs 4:4

BSB
he taught me and said, "Let your heart lay hold of my words; keep my commands and you will live.
AKJV
He taught me also, and said to me, Let your heart retain my words: keep my commandments, and live.
CPDV
And he taught me, and he also said: "Let your heart accept my words. Keep my precepts, and you shall live.
ERV
And he taught me, and said unto me, Let thine heart retain my words; keep my commandments, and live:
NHEB
He taught me, and said to me: "Let your heart retain my words. Keep my commandments, and live.
SMT
And he taught me, and he will say to me, Thy heart shall hold fast my words: watch my commands and live.

Commentary for Proverbs 4:4

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 4:4
Summary
Father taught obedience leads to life
Event
Father teaches son about commandments
Estimated Time Period
c. 950 BC
Category
Teaching