My son, keep my sayings, and let my rules be stored up with you.
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Keep my rules and you will have life; let my teaching be to you as the light of your eyes;
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Let them be fixed to your fingers, and recorded in your heart.
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Say to wisdom, You are my sister; let knowledge be named your special friend:
Proverbs 7:1 — Frequently Asked Questions
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What does Proverbs 7:1 say?
Proverbs 7:1 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “My son, keep my sayings, and let my rules be stored up with you.”
Where is Proverbs 7:1 in the Bible?
Proverbs 7:1 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 7, verse 1.
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 7:1.
What translation should I read Proverbs 7:1 in?
Proverbs 7:1 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 7:1?
Proverbs 7:1 reads (BBE): “My son, keep my sayings, and let my rules be stored up with you.” 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.