Proverbs 19:8
“He that getteth wisdom loveth his own soul: he that keepeth understanding shall find good.”
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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
He that getteth wisdom loveth his own soul,.... Wisdom and knowledge in things natural and civil; and especially in…
Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870
Wisdom - literally, as in the margin, to gain a “heart,” i. e., the higher faculties both of reason and feeling, is…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–1714
Those are here encouraged, 1. That take pains to get wisdom, to get knowledge, and grace, and acquaintance with God;…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921
wisdom Heb., a heart. Comp. Pro 7:7; Pro 9:4; Job 12:3; Job 34:10; in all which places the Heb. word rendered…
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