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Proverbs 6:22

Proverbs 6:22
When thou goest, it shall lead thee; when thou sleepest, it shall keep thee; and when thou awakest, it shall talk with thee.

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Trusted original commentary from respected historical Bible scholars and theologians.

Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771

For the commandment is a lamp,.... The law of God is a lamp or candle to see to work by and to walk by; it enlightens…

Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870Proverbs 6:21-22

The thought of Pro 3:3 is carried step further. No outward charm, but the law of obedience, shall give safety to the…

Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–1714Proverbs 6:20-35

Here is, I. A general exhortation faithfully to adhere to the word of God and to take it for our guide in all our…

Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921

it The change from the plural, "bind them," "tie them," of Pro 6:6, and the return to "it," "the commandment," "the…