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Read Full Chapter (Proverbs 3) Proverbs 3:12-13 KJV
"For whom the LORD loveth he correcteth; even as a father the son in whom he delighteth. Happy is the man that findeth wisdom, and the man that getteth understanding."
Proverbs Chapter 3, Verse 12-13
Proverbs 3:12-13 in Context (Verses 9–16 KJV)
9
Honour the LORD with thy substance, and with the firstfruits of all thine increase:
10
So shall thy barns be filled with plenty, and thy presses shall burst out with new wine.
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¶ My son, despise not the chastening of the LORD; neither be weary of his correction:
12
For whom the LORD loveth he correcteth; even as a father the son in whom he delighteth.
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¶ Happy is the man that findeth wisdom, and the man that getteth understanding.*
14
For the merchandise of it is better than the merchandise of silver, and the gain thereof than fine gold.
15
She is more precious than rubies: and all the things thou canst desire are not to be compared unto her.
16
Length of days is in her right hand; and in her left hand riches and honour.