Proverbs 1:6 - King James Version (Oxford) 1769

To understand a proverb, and the interpretation; The words of the wise, and their dark sayings.

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Amplified Bible - Classic Edition

That people may understand a proverb and a figure of speech or an enigma with its interpretation, and the words of the wise and their dark sayings or riddles.

American Standard Version (1901)

To understand a proverb, and a figure, The words of the wise, and their dark sayings.

Common English Bible

They help one understand proverbs and difficult sayings, the words of the wise, and their puzzles.

Catholic Public Domain Version

He shall turn his soul to a parable and to its interpretation, to the words of the wise and their enigmas.