What does Proverbs 8:33 mean?

Proverbs 8:33 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply Proverbs 8:33 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

Hear instruction, and be wise, and refuse it not.

31Rejoicing in the habitable part of his earth; and my delights were with the sons of men.

32Now therefore hearken unto me, O ye children: for blessed are they that keep my ways.

33Hear instruction, and be wise, and refuse it not.

34Blessed is the man that heareth me, watching daily at my gates, waiting at the posts of my doors.

35For whoso findeth me findeth life, and shall obtain favour of the LORD.

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