Proverbs are...

for attaining wisdom and discipline;
for understanding words of insight;
for acquiring a disciplined and prudent life,
doing what is right and just and fair;
for giving prudence to the simple,
knowledge and discretion to the young-
let the wise listen and add to their learning,
and let the discerning get guidance-
for understanding proverbs and parables,
the saying and riddles of the wise.

The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and discipline.

(Pr. 1:2-7)