Proverbs 4:7

Proverbs 4:7 in 6 English translations. Each links through to the full chapter for context.

New International Version (NIV)

7The beginning of wisdom is this: Get4:7 Or Wisdom is supreme; therefore get wisdom.

Though it cost all you have,4:7 Or wisdom. / Whatever else you get get understanding.

7“The 4:7 Or primary thing is wisdombeginning of wisdom is: Acquire wisdom;

And with all your possessions, acquire understanding.

7The beginning of wisdom is: Acquire wisdom;

And with all your acquiring, get understanding.

7“The beginning of wisdom is: Get [skillful and godly] wisdom [it is preeminent]!

And with all your acquiring, get understanding [actively seek spiritual discernment, mature comprehension, and logical interpretation]. [James 1:5]

7Wisdom is supreme; so acquire wisdom.

And whatever you may acquire,4:7 Or And whatever else you acquire gain understanding.

7To start being wise you must first get wisdom.

No matter what it costs, get understanding.