Proverbs 1:9 kjva — For they shall be an ornament of grace unto thy head, and chains about thy neck.

King James Version with Apocrypha

"For they shall be an ornament of grace unto thy head, and chains about thy neck."

— Proverbs 1:9, King James Version with Apocrypha

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Proverbs 1:9 in Other Translations

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Proverbs 1 — Context

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To understand a proverb, and the interpretation; the words of the wise, and their dark sayings.

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The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge: but fools despise wisdom and instruction.

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My son, hear the instruction of thy father, and forsake not the law of thy mother:

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For they shall be an ornament of grace unto thy head, and chains about thy neck.

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My son, if sinners entice thee, consent thou not.

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If they say, Come with us, let us lay wait for blood, let us lurk privily for the innocent without cause:

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Let us swallow them up alive as the grave; and whole, as those that go down into the pit:

Proverbs 1:9 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 1:9 say?
Proverbs 1:9 in the King James Version with Apocrypha reads: “For they shall be an ornament of grace unto thy head, and chains about thy neck.”
Where is Proverbs 1:9 in the Bible?
Proverbs 1:9 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 1, verse 9.
Who wrote Proverbs?
Proverbs is traditionally attributed to Solomon (primarily), with sections by Agur and Lemuel. It was written c. 970–700 BC.
What is the book of Proverbs about?
Proverbs is practical wisdom for everyday life — short, vivid sayings on speech, work, money, friendship, sex, parenting, and the fear of the LORD. It teaches that wisdom is not mere cleverness but a way of walking with God in a complicated world.
What are the major themes of Proverbs?
Proverbs explores themes including Wisdom, Folly, Fear of the LORD, Discipline, Speech, Diligence. These themes shape the meaning and context of Proverbs 1:9.
What translation should I read Proverbs 1:9 in?
Proverbs 1:9 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Proverbs 1:9?
Proverbs 1:9 reads (KJVA): “For they shall be an ornament of grace unto thy head, and chains about thy neck.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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