1:4 To refine or make better the simple like one purifies gold. As for the young man who is rash and boastful, teach knowledge and discretion. Teach the young how to think about actions and situations then how to remain humble and quiet about it.
Without the fear and reverence, obedience to God the entire Word of God is of no use to us Nevertheless, it does not makes the Word of God any less true or powerful.
To me proverbs one is clearly states that knowledge and understanding are two of the chief councils in life's path. If we yield not to them then we will be fed with the poison of your disobedience.