Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Now then, my sons, listen to me; pay attention to what I say. New Living Translation So listen to me, my sons, and pay attention to my words. English Standard Version And now, O sons, listen to me, and be attentive to the words of my mouth. Berean Standard Bible Now, my sons, listen to me, and attend to the words of my mouth. King James Bible Hearken unto me now therefore, O ye children, and attend to the words of my mouth. New King James Version Now therefore, listen to me, my children; Pay attention to the words of my mouth: New American Standard Bible Now therefore, my sons, listen to me, And pay attention to the words of my mouth. NASB 1995 Now therefore, my sons, listen to me, And pay attention to the words of my mouth. NASB 1977 Now therefore, my sons, listen to me, And pay attention to the words of my mouth. Legacy Standard Bible So now, my sons, listen to me, And pay attention to the words of my mouth. Amplified Bible Now therefore, my sons, listen to me, And pay attention to the words of my mouth. Christian Standard Bible Now, sons, listen to me, and pay attention to the words from my mouth. Holman Christian Standard Bible Now, my sons, listen to me, and pay attention to the words of my mouth. American Standard Version Now therefore, my sons, hearken unto me, And attend to the words of my mouth. Contemporary English Version My son, pay close attention to what I have said. English Revised Version Now therefore, my sons, hearken unto me, and attend to the words of my mouth. GOD'S WORD® Translation Now, sons, listen to me. Pay attention to the words from my mouth. Good News Translation Now then, sons, listen to me. Pay attention to what I say. International Standard Version So listen to me, my sons, and pay attention to what I have to say. NET Bible So now, sons, listen to me, and pay attention to the words I speak. New Heart English Bible Now therefore, son, listen to me. Pay attention to the words of my mouth. Webster's Bible Translation Now therefore hearken to me, O ye children, and attend to the words of my mouth. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleNow, my sons, listen to me, and attend to the words of my mouth. World English Bible Now therefore, sons, listen to me. Pay attention to the words of my mouth. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd now, you sons, listen to me, "" And give attention to sayings of my mouth. Young's Literal Translation And now, ye sons, hearken to me, And give attention to sayings of my mouth. Smith's Literal Translation And now, ye sons, hear to me, and attend to the sayings of my mouth. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleNow therefore, my son, hear me, and attend to the words of my mouth. Catholic Public Domain Version Therefore, my son, hear me now, and attend to the words of my mouth. New American Bible So now, children, listen to me, be attentive to the words of my mouth! New Revised Standard Version And now, my children, listen to me, and be attentive to the words of my mouth. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleNow therefore, O my children, hearken to me, and attend to the words of my mouth. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated Therefore, children, hear me and obey the words of my mouth. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Now therefore, O ye children, hearken unto me, And attend to the words of my mouth. Brenton Septuagint Translation Now then, my son, hearken to me, and attend to the words of my mouth. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Warnings about the Adulteress…23until an arrow pierces his liver, like a bird darting into a snare—not knowing it will cost him his life. 24Now, my sons, listen to me, and attend to the words of my mouth. 25Do not let your heart turn aside to her ways; do not stray into her paths.… Cross References Proverbs 5:1-2 My son, pay attention to my wisdom; incline your ear to my insight, / that you may maintain discretion and your lips may preserve knowledge. Proverbs 4:1 Listen, my sons, to a father’s instruction; pay attention and gain understanding. Proverbs 8:32-33 Now therefore, my sons, listen to me, for blessed are those who keep my ways. / Listen to instruction and be wise; do not ignore it. Proverbs 1:8 Listen, my son, to your father’s instruction, and do not forsake the teaching of your mother. Proverbs 2:1-2 My son, if you accept my words and hide my commandments within you, / if you incline your ear to wisdom and direct your heart to understanding, Proverbs 6:20 My son, keep your father’s commandment, and do not forsake your mother’s teaching. Proverbs 9:9 Instruct a wise man, and he will be wiser still; teach a righteous man, and he will increase his learning. Proverbs 19:20 Listen to counsel and accept discipline, that you may be wise the rest of your days. Proverbs 22:17 Incline your ear and hear the words of the wise—apply your mind to my knowledge— Proverbs 23:19 Listen, my son, and be wise, and guide your heart on the right course. Matthew 7:24 Therefore everyone who hears these words of Mine and acts on them is like a wise man who built his house on the rock. Luke 6:47 I will show you what he is like who comes to Me and hears My words and acts on them: James 1:22-25 Be doers of the word, and not hearers only. Otherwise, you are deceiving yourselves. / For anyone who hears the word but does not carry it out is like a man who looks at his face in a mirror, / and after observing himself goes away and immediately forgets what he looks like. ... Hebrews 2:1 We must pay closer attention, therefore, to what we have heard, so that we do not drift away. Matthew 13:9 He who has ears, let him hear.” Treasury of Scripture Listen to me now therefore, O you children, and attend to the words of my mouth. O Proverbs 4:1 Hear, ye children, the instruction of a father, and attend to know understanding. Proverbs 5:7 Hear me now therefore, O ye children, and depart not from the words of my mouth. Proverbs 8:32,33 Now therefore hearken unto me, O ye children: for blessed are they that keep my ways… Jump to Previous Attend Attention Attentive Children Ear Hearken Mouth Pay Sayings WordsJump to Next Attend Attention Attentive Children Ear Hearken Mouth Pay Sayings WordsProverbs 7 1. Solomon persuades to a sincere and kind familiarity with wisdom6. In an example of his own experience he shows 10. the cunning of a harlot 22. and the desperate simplicity of a young wanton 24. He detests such wickedness Now, my sons, The phrase "my sons" indicates a paternal or mentoring relationship, suggesting wisdom being passed from an elder to the younger generation. In the context of Proverbs, this reflects the tradition of a father imparting moral and spiritual guidance to his children. This familial language is common in wisdom literature, emphasizing the importance of passing down knowledge and values. The use of "sons" can also be seen as inclusive of all who seek wisdom, not limited to biological offspring. listen to me, and attend to the words of my mouth. Persons / Places / Events 1. SolomonThe author of Proverbs, known for his wisdom, is traditionally believed to be King Solomon. He is addressing his audience with fatherly advice. 2. Sons Represents the audience or readers of the Proverbs, often seen as young men or disciples who are being instructed in wisdom and moral living. 3. The Setting The context of Proverbs 7 is a warning against the seduction of an adulterous woman, illustrating the dangers of straying from wisdom and righteousness. Teaching Points The Importance of ListeningListening is a crucial aspect of gaining wisdom. Just as Solomon urges his sons to listen, we must be attentive to God's Word and the guidance of the Holy Spirit. Heeding Wise Counsel The call to "attend to the words of my mouth" suggests an active engagement with wisdom. We should seek out and heed godly counsel in our lives. Guarding Against Temptation The broader context of Proverbs 7 warns against the dangers of temptation. We must be vigilant and guard our hearts against influences that lead us away from God's path. The Role of Parental Guidance Solomon's address to "my sons" highlights the role of parents and mentors in imparting wisdom. We should value and seek out such guidance in our spiritual journey. The Consequences of Ignoring Wisdom Ignoring wisdom can lead to destructive paths. We must recognize the consequences of our choices and strive to align our lives with God's truth. Lists and Questions Top 10 Lessons from Proverbs 7What defines a biblical proverb? Proverbs 19:27 warns against ceasing instruction--how does this ancient wisdom reconcile with modern science and ongoing discoveries that challenge traditional beliefs? Does the depiction of sudden destruction for the tempted (Proverbs 7:22-27) contradict a just and merciful God? Is she a virgin or a young woman?Verse 24. - The narrative ends here, and the author makes a practical exhortation deduced from it. Hearken unto me now therefore, O ye children. He began by addressing his words to one, "my son" (ver. 1); he here turns to the young generally, knowing how necessary is his warning to all strong in passion, weak in will, wanting in experience. The Septuagint has "my son," as in ver. 1. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Now,וְעַתָּ֣ה (wə·‘at·tāh) Conjunctive waw | Adverb Strong's 6258: At this time my sons, בָ֭נִים (ḇā·nîm) Noun - masculine plural Strong's 1121: A son listen to me, שִׁמְעוּ־ (šim·‘ū-) Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine plural Strong's 8085: To hear intelligently and attend וְ֝הַקְשִׁ֗יבוּ (wə·haq·šî·ḇū) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Imperative - masculine plural Strong's 7181: To prick up the ears, hearken to the words לְאִמְרֵי־ (lə·’im·rê-) Preposition-l | Noun - masculine plural construct Strong's 561: Something said of my mouth. פִֽי׃ (p̄î) Noun - masculine singular construct | first person common singular Strong's 6310: The mouth, edge, portion, side, according to Links Proverbs 7:24 NIVProverbs 7:24 NLT Proverbs 7:24 ESV Proverbs 7:24 NASB Proverbs 7:24 KJV Proverbs 7:24 BibleApps.com Proverbs 7:24 Biblia Paralela Proverbs 7:24 Chinese Bible Proverbs 7:24 French Bible Proverbs 7:24 Catholic Bible OT Poetry: Proverbs 7:24 Now therefore sons listen to me (Prov. 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