Proverbs 9:6 nasb — "Forsake your folly and live, And proceed in the way of understanding."

NASB

""Forsake your folly and live, And proceed in the way of understanding.""

— Proverbs 9:6, NASB

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Proverbs 9 — Context

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She has sent out her maidens, she calls From the tops of the heights of the city:

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"Whoever is naive, let him turn in here!" To him who lacks understanding she says,

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"Come, eat of my food And drink of the wine I have mixed.

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"Forsake your folly and live, And proceed in the way of understanding."

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He who corrects a scoffer gets dishonor for himself, And he who reproves a wicked man gets insults for himself.

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Do not reprove a scoffer, or he will hate you, Reprove a wise man and he will love you.

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Give instruction to a wise man and he will be still wiser, Teach a righteous man and he will increase his learning.

Proverbs 9:6 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 9:6 say?
Proverbs 9:6 in the NASB reads: “"Forsake your folly and live, And proceed in the way of understanding."”
Where is Proverbs 9:6 in the Bible?
Proverbs 9:6 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 9, verse 6.
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 9:6.
What translation should I read Proverbs 9:6 in?
Proverbs 9:6 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 9:6?
Proverbs 9:6 reads (NASB): “"Forsake your folly and live, And proceed in the way of understanding."” 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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