Proverbs 8:17
“I love them that love me; and those that seek me early shall find me.”
Proverbs 8:17 in 7 translations
- KJVKing James Version
- I love them that love me; and those that seek me early shall find me.
- DRADouay–Rheims
- I love them that love me: and they that in the morning early watch for me, shall find me.
- ASVAmerican Standard Version
- I love them that love me; And those that seek me diligently shall find me.
- DARBYDarby
- I love those that love me; and they that seek me early shall find me.
- WEBThe World English Bible
- I love those who love me. Those who seek me diligently will find me.
- YLTYoung's Literal Translation
- I love those loving me, And those seeking me earnestly do find me.
- BPVBiblePics Version
- I love those who love me; those who seek me early will find me.
Context: Proverbs 8
15By me kings reign, and princes decree justice.
16By me princes rule, and nobles, even all the judges of the earth.
17I love them that love me; and those that seek me early shall find me.
18Riches and honour are with me; yea, durable riches and righteousness.
19My fruit is better than gold, yea, than fine gold; and my revenue than choice silver.
About Proverbs 8: The Excellence of Wisdom
Solomon extols the virtues of wisdom as a divine and foundational force in the creation of the world
Commentary
This chapter shows that true wisdom is not just an abstract concept but an active force at work in the world. Through wisdom, God has created and structured the universe, and it is the pathway to genuine happiness and success in life. As we read through this chapter, we see how wisdom is portrayed not as something hidden away, but as a very present and desirable reality that calls out to us. Thus, this section of Proverbs invites readers to embrace wisdom as a friend and guide, rather than a mere intellectual pursuit.