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Proverbs 8:12
I, wisdom, have made wise behaviour my near relation; I am seen to be the special friend of wise purposes.
Proverbs 8:12 · Bible in Basic English
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Proverbs 8:12 in other translations
I wisdom dwell with prudence, and find out knowledge of witty inventions.
I, wisdom, dwell together with prudence, and I find knowledge and discretion.
“I, wisdom, have made prudence my dwelling. Find out knowledge and discretion.
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In context
9 They are all true to him whose mind is awake, and straightforward to those who get knowledge.
10 Take my teaching, and not silver; get knowledge in place of the best gold.
11 For wisdom is better than jewels, and all things which may be desired are nothing in comparison with her.
12 I, wisdom, have made wise behaviour my near relation; I am seen to be the special friend of wise purposes.
13 The fear of the Lord is seen in hating evil: pride, a high opinion of oneself, the evil way, and the false tongue, are unpleasing to me.
14 Wise design and good sense are mine; reason and strength are mine.
15 Through me kings have their power, and rulers give right decisions.
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