Proverbs 8:9
“They are all plain to him that understandeth, and right to them that find knowledge.”
Proverbs 8:9 in 7 translations
- KJVKing James Version
- They are all plain to him that understandeth, and right to them that find knowledge.
- DRADouay–Rheims
- They are right to them that understand, and just to them that find knowledge.
- ASVAmerican Standard Version
- They are all plain to him that understandeth, And right to them that find knowledge.
- DARBYDarby
- They are all plain to him that understandeth, and right to them that find knowledge.
- WEBThe World English Bible
- They are all plain to him who understands, right to those who find knowledge.
- YLTYoung's Literal Translation
- All of them are plain to the intelligent, And upright to those finding knowledge.
- BPVBiblePics Version
- They are clear to those who understand and right to those who seek knowledge.
Context: Proverbs 8
7For my mouth shall speak truth; and wickedness is an abomination to my lips.
8All the words of my mouth are in righteousness; there is nothing froward or perverse in them.
9They are all plain to him that understandeth, and right to them that find knowledge.
10Receive my instruction, and not silver; and knowledge rather than choice gold.
11For wisdom is better than rubies; and all the things that may be desired are not to be compared to it.
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.