Bible verses for children
Listen with a learner’s heart.
Proverbs 18:15
The heart of the discerning gets knowledge. The ear of the wise seeks knowledge.
Proverbs 18:15 · World English Bible Classic (WEB)
In simple words
What does this verse mean?
The heart seeks understanding and the ear seeks knowledge. Together they picture an active learner who wants to find out more. Wisdom includes asking good questions and paying attention, not pretending to know an answer before we have learned it.
When someone explains a skill, listen for one thing you did not know. Ask a clear question rather than guessing what you missed.
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Bible context & readings +
This proverb joins inner discernment with attentive hearing. Its body images describe the whole person learning. It does not exclude people who hear differently; reading, signing and other ways of receiving information can also be thoughtful learning.
Full readings at eBible.org · World English Bible Classic. Read with an adult.A simple prayer +
God, help us listen attentively and keep seeking understanding. Amen.
A suggested prayer, written for this guide.