Proverbs 2:1

The Benefits of Wisdom · Proverbs 2:1–22
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Translations

Modern
My son, if you accept my words and hide my commandments within you,
Traditional
My son, if thou wilt receive my words, and hide my commandments with thee;
Literal
My son, if you receive my words and you treasure my commands within you,
Latin
Fili mi, si susceperis sermones meos, et mandata mea absconderis penes te:

Interlinear

Hebrew
English
My son, if you accept my words and hide my commandments within you,

Notes

hide my commandments: This means to pay attention to them and follow them. They allow us to fully enjoy and experience life.

The father advises his son to seek wisdom. It will protect him from bad people and the risks of unfaithful women. The son should pursue wisdom, knowing it is a gift from God.

Theme notes and profiles

Wisdom

Glossary

Proverbs, Book of

Topics

Knowledge: Desire For Personification of Wisdom Wisdom: Spiritual: Unclassified Scriptures Relating to Young Men: General Scriptures Concerning