Proverbs 4: A Father's Plea to Get Wisdom

A father passes on the teaching he received from his own father, urging his sons to prize wisdom above everything else. He contrasts the brightening road of the righteous with the dark road of evildoers, and calls his son to guard his heart, speak honestly, and keep to a straight, steady path.

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What does the father's string of commands in 4:14-15 stress about the path of evildoers?

It is safe as long as one keeps company with older menIt should be avoided entirely, not entered or even traveledIt may be walked briefly if one turns back before nightfallIt should be studied closely so its dangers are understood