World English Bible
Proverbs 4:3
“For I was a son to my father, tender and an only child in the sight of my mother.”
Verse in context — Proverbs 4
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Listen, sons, to a father's instruction. Pay attention and know understanding;
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for I give you sound learning. Don't forsake my law.
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For I was a son to my father, tender and an only child in the sight of my mother.
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He taught me, and said to me: "Let your heart retain my words. Keep my commandments, and live.
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Get wisdom. Get understanding. Don't forget, neither swerve from the words of my mouth.