So shalt thou find favour and good understanding in the sight of God and man.
What does Proverbs 3:4 mean?
In the way of believing obedience to God's commandments health and peace may commonly be enjoyed; and though our days may not be long upon earth, we shall live for ever in heaven.
Key themes
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Keep this verse inside Proverbs 3:1-4 and alongside a few nearby related passages.
Commentary on Proverbs 3:4
Compare Luke 2:52 . These are the two conditions of true human growth.
Key words
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So shall thou find favour,.
Context in Proverbs 3
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Proverbs 3 belongs to the early movement of the book, especially the section often described as fatherly discourses on wisdom. Proverbs offers compact instruction on speech, work, wealth, friendship, sex, discipline, justice, and wisdom as a way of life before God. Read this chapter with the wider themes of wisdom, fear of the Lord, and speech in view so the individual verses keep their proper weight.
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