Proverbs 4:2

4:2 Because I give you good instruction,

do not forsake my teaching.

Proverbs 4:6

4:6 Do not forsake wisdom, and she will protect you;

love her, and she will guard you.


tn The perfect tense has the nuance of instantaneous perfect; the sage is now calling the disciples to listen. It could also be a perfect of resolve, indicating what he is determined to do.

tn The word לֶקַח (leqakh, “instruction”) can be subjective (instruction acquired) or objective (the thing being taught). The latter fits best here.

tn Heb “her”; the 3rd person feminine singular referent is personified “wisdom,” which has been specified in the translation for clarity.