Proverbs 22:17 cpdv — Incline your ear, and listen to the words of the wise. Then apply your 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. "

— Proverbs 22:17, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Proverbs 22 — Context

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The mouth of a foreign woman is a deep pit; the Lord was angry with him who will fall into it.

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Foolishness has been bound to the heart of a child, and a rod of discipline shall cause it to flee.

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Whoever slanders the poor, so as to augment his own riches, will give it away to one who is richer, and will be in need.

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Incline your ear, and listen to the words of the wise. Then apply your heart to my doctrine.

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It shall be beautiful to you, if you preserve it in your inner self, and it shall overflow from your lips,

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so that your confidence may be in the Lord. Therefore, I also have revealed it to you this day.

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Behold, I have written it for you in three ways, and with meditations and knowledge,

Proverbs 22:17 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 22:17 say?
Proverbs 22:17 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “Incline your ear, and listen to the words of the wise. Then apply your heart to my doctrine. ”
Where is Proverbs 22:17 in the Bible?
Proverbs 22:17 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 22, verse 17.
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 22:17.
What translation should I read Proverbs 22:17 in?
Proverbs 22:17 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 22:17?
Proverbs 22:17 reads (CPDV): “Incline your ear, and listen to the words of the wise. Then apply your heart to my doctrine. ” 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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