Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Pay attention and turn your ear to the sayings of the wise; apply your heart to what I teach, New Living Translation Listen to the words of the wise; apply your heart to my instruction. English Standard Version Incline your ear, and hear the words of the wise, and apply your heart to my knowledge, Berean Standard Bible Incline your ear and hear the words of the wise—apply your mind to my knowledge— King James Bible Bow down thine ear, and hear the words of the wise, and apply thine heart unto my knowledge. New King James Version Incline your ear and hear the words of the wise, And apply your heart to my knowledge; New American Standard Bible Extend your ear and hear the words of the wise, And apply your mind to my knowledge; NASB 1995 Incline your ear and hear the words of the wise, And apply your mind to my knowledge; NASB 1977 Incline your ear and hear the words of the wise, And apply your mind to my knowledge; Legacy Standard Bible Incline your ear and hear the words of the wise, And set your heart on my knowledge; Amplified Bible Listen carefully and hear the words of the wise, And apply your mind to my knowledge; Christian Standard Bible Listen closely, pay attention to the words of the wise, and apply your mind to my knowledge. Holman Christian Standard Bible Listen closely, pay attention to the words of the wise, and apply your mind to my knowledge. American Standard Version Incline thine ear, and hear the words of the wise, And apply thy heart unto my knowledge. Contemporary English Version Here are some sayings of people with wisdom, so listen carefully as I teach. English Revised Version Incline thine ear, and hear the words of the wise, and apply thine heart unto my knowledge. GOD'S WORD® Translation Open your ears, and hear the words of wise people, and set your mind on the knowledge I give you. Good News Translation Listen, and I will teach you what the wise have said. Study their teachings, International Standard Version Pay attention and listen to the words of the wise, and apply your heart to my teaching, Majority Standard Bible Incline your ear and hear the words of the wise?apply your mind to my knowledge? NET Bible Incline your ear and listen to the words of the wise, and apply your heart to my instruction. New Heart English Bible The words of the wise: Incline your ear and hear my words, and apply your heart to my instruction. Webster's Bible Translation Bow down thy ear, and hear the words of the wise, and apply thy heart to my knowledge. World English Bible Turn your ear, and listen to the words of the wise. Apply your heart to my teaching. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionIncline your ear, and hear words of the wise, "" And set your heart to my knowledge, Young's Literal Translation Incline thine ear, and hear words of the wise, And thy heart set to my knowledge, Smith's Literal Translation Incline thine ear and hear the words of the wise, and thou shalt set thy heart to my knowledge. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleIncline thy ear, and hear the words of the wise: and apply thy heart to my doctrine : Catholic Public Domain Version Incline your ear, and listen to the words of the wise. Then apply your heart to my doctrine. New American Bible The Words of the Wise: Incline your ear, and hear my words, and let your mind attend to my teaching; New Revised Standard Version The words of the wise: Incline your ear and hear my words, and apply your mind to my teaching; Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleIncline your ear, and hear the words of the wise, and apply your heart to my knowledge. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated Bend your ear and hear the words of the wise and apply your heart to knowledge. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Incline thine ear, and hear the words of the wise, And apply thy heart unto my knowledge. Brenton Septuagint Translation Incline thine ear to the words of wise men: hear also my word, and apply thine heart, Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Thirty Sayings of the Wise17Incline your ear and hear the words of the wise— apply your mind to my knowledge— 18for it is pleasing when you keep them within you and they are constantly on your lips.… Cross References James 1:19-21 My beloved brothers, understand this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to anger, / for man’s anger does not bring about the righteousness that God desires. / Therefore, get rid of all moral filth and every expression of evil, and humbly accept the word planted in you, which can save your souls. Matthew 7:24-27 Therefore everyone who hears these words of Mine and acts on them is like a wise man who built his house on the rock. / The rain fell, the torrents raged, and the winds blew and beat against that house; yet it did not fall, because its foundation was on the rock. / But everyone who hears these words of Mine and does not act on them is like a foolish man who built his house on sand. ... Psalm 119:9-11 How can a young man keep his way pure? By guarding it according to Your word. / With all my heart I have sought You; do not let me stray from Your commandments. / I have hidden Your word in my heart that I might not sin against You. Colossians 3:16 Let the word of Christ richly dwell within you as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom, and as you sing psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs with gratitude in your hearts to God. 2 Timothy 3:16-17 All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for instruction, for conviction, for correction, and for training in righteousness, / so that the man of God may be complete, fully equipped for every good work. Psalm 1:1-3 Blessed is the man who does not walk in the counsel of the wicked, or set foot on the path of sinners, or sit in the seat of mockers. / But his delight is in the Law of the LORD, and on His law he meditates day and night. / He is like a tree planted by streams of water, yielding its fruit in season, whose leaf does not wither, and who prospers in all he does. Luke 6:47-49 I will show you what he is like who comes to Me and hears My words and acts on them: / He is like a man building a house, who dug down deep and laid his foundation on the rock. When the flood came, the torrent crashed against that house but could not shake it, because it was well built. / But the one who hears My words and does not act on them is like a man who built his house on ground without a foundation. The torrent crashed against that house, and immediately it fell—and great was its destruction!” Hebrews 2:1 We must pay closer attention, therefore, to what we have heard, so that we do not drift away. Isaiah 55:2-3 Why spend money on that which is not bread, and your labor on that which does not satisfy? Listen carefully to Me, and eat what is good, and your soul will delight in the richest of foods. / Incline your ear and come to Me; listen, so that your soul may live. I will make with you an everlasting covenant—My loving devotion promised to David. Romans 10:17 Consequently, faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of Christ. Deuteronomy 6:6-7 These words I am commanding you today are to be upon your hearts. / And you shall teach them diligently to your children and speak of them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get up. John 8:31-32 So He said to the Jews who had believed Him, “If you continue in My word, you are truly My disciples. / Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” Psalm 78:1-4 A Maskil of Asaph. Give ear, O my people, to my instruction; listen to the words of my mouth. / I will open my mouth in parables; I will utter things hidden from the beginning, / that we have heard and known and our fathers have relayed to us. ... 1 Thessalonians 2:13 And we continually thank God because, when you received the word of God that you heard from us, you accepted it not as the word of men, but as it truly is, the word of God, which is also now at work in you who believe. Jeremiah 9:23-24 This is what the LORD says: “Let not the wise man boast in his wisdom, nor the strong man in his strength, nor the wealthy man in his riches. / But let him who boasts boast in this, that he understands and knows Me, that I am the LORD, who exercises loving devotion, justice and righteousness on the earth—for I delight in these things,” declares the LORD. Treasury of Scripture Bow down your ear, and hear the words of the wise, and apply your heart to my knowledge. bow Proverbs 2:2-5 So that thou incline thine ear unto wisdom, and apply thine heart to understanding; … Proverbs 5:1,2 My son, attend unto my wisdom, and bow thine ear to my understanding: … and hear Proverbs 1:3 To receive the instruction of wisdom, justice, and judgment, and equity; Proverbs 3:1 My son, forget not my law; but let thine heart keep my commandments: Proverbs 4:4-8 He taught me also, and said unto me, Let thine heart retain my words: keep my commandments, and live… apply Proverbs 23:12 Apply thine heart unto instruction, and thine ears to the words of knowledge. Psalm 90:12 So teach us to number our days, that we may apply our hearts unto wisdom. Ecclesiastes 7:25 I applied mine heart to know, and to search, and to seek out wisdom, and the reason of things, and to know the wickedness of folly, even of foolishness and madness: Jump to Previous Apply Attention Bent Bow Ear Hear Hearing Heart Incline Mind Pay Sayings Teach Teaching Thought Turn Wise WordsJump to Next Apply Attention Bent Bow Ear Hear Hearing Heart Incline Mind Pay Sayings Teach Teaching Thought Turn Wise WordsProverbs 22 1. A good name is more desirable than great wealthIncline your ear and hear the words of the wise— This phrase emphasizes the importance of active listening and receptivity to wisdom. In the biblical context, wisdom is often personified and is seen as a divine attribute. The call to "incline your ear" suggests a deliberate effort to pay attention, similar to the Shema in Deuteronomy 6:4, which calls for Israel to hear and obey. The "words of the wise" can be understood as teachings that align with God's truth, often associated with the wisdom literature of the Bible, such as Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, and Job. Historically, wisdom was highly valued in ancient Near Eastern cultures, and the wise were often sought for counsel. This phrase encourages the reader to seek out and heed the counsel of those who possess godly wisdom. apply your mind to my knowledge— Persons / Places / Events 1. SolomonTraditionally attributed as the author of Proverbs, Solomon was the son of King David and known for his wisdom. His writings often focus on imparting wisdom and understanding. 2. The Wise This refers to those who possess godly wisdom, often seen as teachers or mentors in the faith community who impart knowledge and understanding. 3. Israel The nation to whom much of the Old Testament wisdom literature was originally addressed, providing a cultural and historical context for the teachings. Teaching Points The Importance of ListeningActively listening to the words of the wise is crucial for gaining understanding and wisdom. This requires humility and a willingness to learn. Application of Knowledge It is not enough to merely hear wisdom; one must also apply it. This involves a deliberate effort to incorporate godly principles into daily life. The Role of Mentorship Seeking guidance from those who are wise in the faith can provide valuable insights and help in spiritual growth. Cultivating a Teachable Spirit A teachable spirit is open to correction and eager to learn, recognizing that wisdom is a lifelong pursuit. The Connection Between Heart and Mind True wisdom involves both understanding (mind) and commitment (heart), leading to a life that honors God.4.AN INTRODUCTION, CONTAINING AN EXHORTATION TO "HEAR THE WORDS OF THE WISE," SERVING AS A HEADING TO Proverbs 22:22 to Proverbs 24:22 (Proverbs 22:17-21). (17) Hear the words of the wise.--Comp. chap 1:6. As "wise" is in the plural number, it would seem as if the following section contained proverbs written by others than Solomon, though they may have been collected by him. (Comp. Proverbs 24:23.) Verse 17-ch. 24:22. - Part IV. FIRST APPENDIX TO THE FIRST GREAT COLLECTION, containing "words of the wise." Verses 17-21. - The introduction to this first appendix, containing an exhortation to attend to the words of the wise, an outline of the instruction herein imparted, with a reference to teaching already given. Verse 17. - Incline thine ear (comp. Proverbs 4:20; Proverbs 5:1). The words of the wise; verba sapientium, Vulgate. "Wise" is in the plural number, showing that this is not a portion of the collection called, 'The Proverbs of Solomon' (Proverbs 10:1), but a distinct work. (For the term, see note on Proverbs 1:6.) My knowledge. The knowledge which I impart by bringing to notice these sayings of wise men. Septuagint, "Incline (παράβαλλε) thine ear to the words of wise men, and hear my word, and apply thine heart, that thou mayest know that they are good."Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Inclineהַ֥ט (haṭ) Verb - Hifil - Imperative - masculine singular Strong's 5186: To stretch out, spread out, extend, incline, bend your ear אָזְנְךָ֗ (’ā·zə·nə·ḵā) Noun - feminine singular construct | second person masculine singular Strong's 241: Broadness, the ear and hear וּ֭שְׁמַע (ū·šə·ma‘) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine singular Strong's 8085: To hear intelligently the words דִּבְרֵ֣י (diḇ·rê) Noun - masculine plural construct Strong's 1697: A word, a matter, thing, a cause of the wise— חֲכָמִ֑ים (ḥă·ḵā·mîm) Adjective - masculine plural Strong's 2450: Wise apply תָּשִׁ֥ית (tā·šîṯ) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - second person masculine singular Strong's 7896: To put, set your mind וְ֝לִבְּךָ֗ (wə·lib·bə·ḵā) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular construct | second person masculine singular Strong's 3820: The heart, the feelings, the will, the intellect, centre to my knowledge— לְדַעְתִּֽי׃ (lə·ḏa‘·tî) Preposition-l | Noun - feminine singular construct | first person common singular Strong's 1847: Knowledge Links Proverbs 22:17 NIVProverbs 22:17 NLT Proverbs 22:17 ESV Proverbs 22:17 NASB Proverbs 22:17 KJV Proverbs 22:17 BibleApps.com Proverbs 22:17 Biblia Paralela Proverbs 22:17 Chinese Bible Proverbs 22:17 French Bible Proverbs 22:17 Catholic Bible OT Poetry: Proverbs 22:17 Turn your ear and listen to (Prov. 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