Proverbs 3:2
“For length of days, and long life, and peace, shall they add to thee.”
Proverbs 3:2 in 7 translations
- KJVKing James Version
- For length of days, and long life, and peace, shall they add to thee.
- DRADouay–Rheims
- For they shall add to thee length of days, and years of life and peace.
- ASVAmerican Standard Version
- For length of days, and years of life, And peace, will they add to thee.
- DARBYDarby
- for length of days, and years of life, and peace shall they add to thee.
- WEBThe World English Bible
- for length of days, and years of life, and peace, will they add to you.
- YLTYoung's Literal Translation
- For length of days and years, Life and peace they do add to thee.
- BPVBiblePics Version
- For they will add length of days, long life, and peace to you.
Context: Proverbs 3
1My son, forget not my law; but let thine heart keep my commandments:
2For length of days, and long life, and peace, shall they add to thee.
3Let not mercy and truth forsake thee: bind them about thy neck; write them upon the table of thine heart:
4So shalt thou find favour and good understanding in the sight of God and man.
About Proverbs 3: Trust in the Lord
Solomon advocates for trust in the Lord, intertwining faith and wisdom for a harmonious life
Commentary
Proverbs 3 offers timeless wisdom for living a virtuous and fruitful life. The passage emphasizes the importance of trusting in the Lord and following His ways, which can lead to abundant blessings and prosperity. The chapter also warns against being envious of others, boasting about one's own accomplishments, and deceiving others. Instead, readers are encouraged to be humble, just, and kind, and to seek wisdom and understanding in all things. Proverbs 3 offers valuable guidance not only for believers but for all people seeking to live a moral and fulfilling life.