Pro 1:5 | MHM | STEP | v. 5–6 : The proverbs are not only for beginners, but also for those who are already wise. A wise man will hear and increase in learning (Proverbs 1:5 ). Even the wisest person should keep learning and growing in understanding. This book helps people become good counselors and able to explain deep truths. It teaches us to understand riddles and difficult sayings, so we can see the true meaning behind wise words (Proverbs 1:6 ). The more we learn from God’s Word, the better we can help ourselves and others live wisely and well.

‏ Proverbs 1:5

v. 5–6: The proverbs are not only for beginners, but also for those who are already wise. A wise man will hear and increase in learning (Proverbs 1:5 ^a). Even the wisest person should keep learning and growing in understanding. This book helps people become good counselors and able to explain deep truths. It teaches us to understand riddles and difficult sayings, so we can see the true meaning behind wise words (Proverbs 1:6 ^b). The more we learn from God’s Word, the better we can help ourselves and others live wisely and well.