Proverbs 9:10

The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom: and the knowledge of the holy is understanding.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Proverbs 9:10

BSB
The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding.
AKJV
The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom: and the knowledge of the holy is understanding.
CPDV
The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of holiness is prudence.
ERV
The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom: and the knowledge of the Holy One is understanding.
NHEB
The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom. The knowledge of the Holy One is understanding.
SMT
The beginning of wisdom is the fear of Jehovah, and the knowledge of the holy ones is understanding.

Commentary for Proverbs 9:10

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 9:10
Summary
Reverence for God is wisdom's foundation
Event
Declaring principle of wisdom
Estimated Time Period
c. 10th century BC
Category
Wisdom