Translations
Modern
For through wisdom your days will be multiplied, and years will be added to your life.
Traditional
For by me thy days shall be multiplied, and the years of thy life shall be increased.
Literal
For through wisdom your days will be multiplied, and years of life will be added to you.
Latin
Per me enim multiplicabuntur dies tui, et addentur tibi anni vitæ.
Interlinear
Hebrew
English
For through wisdom your days will be multiplied, and years will be added to your life.
Notes
fear of the LORD: Refer to study note on Proverbs 1:7.
The first part of Proverbs reaches a peak when the son meets two women. Both invite the young man, and the reader, into a close relationship. The young man and the reader must choose between:
The woman named Wisdom, who represents God's true wisdom (Proverbs 8:1–9:6)
The woman named Folly (9:13–18), who represents worldly wisdom (1 Corinthians 1:18–2:16)
Both women's houses are on "the heights of the city" (Proverbs 9:3, 14), which suggests ancient temples. The choice is between the true God and false gods.
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Topics
Celebrating Birthdays Long Life Longevity: General Scriptures Concerning Wisdom: Spiritual: Unclassified Scriptures Relating to