Proverbs 8:31
“Rejoicing in the habitable part of his earth; and my delights were with the sons of men.”
Proverbs 8:31 in 7 translations
- KJVKing James Version
- Rejoicing in the habitable part of his earth; and my delights were with the sons of men.
- DRADouay–Rheims
- Playing in the world: and my delights were to be with the children of men.
- ASVAmerican Standard Version
- Rejoicing in his habitable earth; And my delight was with the sons of men.
- DARBYDarby
- rejoicing in the habitable part of his earth, and my delights were with the sons of men.
- WEBThe World English Bible
- Rejoicing in his whole world. My delight was with the sons of men.
- YLTYoung's Literal Translation
- Rejoicing in the habitable part of His earth, And my delights are with the sons of men.
- BPVBiblePics Version
- Rejoicing in the inhabited part of His earth; my delights were with the children of humanity.
Context: Proverbs 8
29When he gave to the sea his decree, that the waters should not pass his commandment: when he appointed the foundations of the earth:
30Then I was by him, as one brought up with him: and I was daily his delight, rejoicing always before him;
31Rejoicing in the habitable part of his earth; and my delights were with the sons of men.
32Now therefore hearken unto me, O ye children: for blessed are they that keep my ways.
33Hear instruction, and be wise, and refuse it not.
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.