Proverbs 3:11,Proverbs 3:12

James Gray's Concise Bible Commentary - Proverbs 3:1-35

The nature of this book makes divisions of its chapters rather arbitrary, and ours may not always be the best, but it is hoped it may prove useful in some degree. The opening of chapter four suggests a new beginning, for which reason we conclude this lesson at the close of chapter three. It begins with an advertisement (Proverbs 1:1-6 ), in which mention is made of the author (Proverbs 1:1 ), the object of the book (Proverbs 1:2-3 ), and its great value (Proverbs 1:4-6 ). Then follows its... read more

Joseph Parker

The People's Bible by Joseph Parker - Proverbs 3:1-35

The Programme of Life Proverbs 3:0 There is a tenderness peculiar to the paternal voice; if its tones are apparently harsher than those of the maternal appeal, yet they tremble with as true a pathos. There are few more subduing sights than that of the father instructing the child in the ways of wisdom. He adopts no cold and formal method of communication. His ministry is full of the heart's fondest love. He speaks not as a mere hireling, but with an affection unconstrained, profound,... read more

Robert Hawker

Hawker's Poor Man's Commentary - Proverbs 3:11-12

My son, despise not the chastening of the LORD; neither be weary of his correction: For whom the LORD loveth he correcteth; even as a father the son in whom he delighteth. The apostle quotes this passage in his epistle to the Hebrews, and makes a beautiful comment upon it. Hebrews 12:5-11 . It is blessed to be altogether patient and passive under chastisements. Not with sullenness to receive them, for this would argue a mind determined not to bow to the rod, neither with faintings to sink under... read more

George Haydock

George Haydock's Catholic Bible Commentary - Proverbs 3:11

Him. Correction is rather a proof of love than of anger, Psalm iii. 19. (Calmet) --- God thus shews that he approves of his servants; and therefore his other promises, which seem of a temporal nature, must be understood with reference to the next life. (Worthington) read more

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry's Concise Commentary on the Bible - Proverbs 3:7-12

7-12 There is not a greater enemy to the fear of the Lord in the heart, than self-conceit of our own wisdom. The prudence and sobriety which religion teaches, tend not only to the health of the soul, but to the health of the body. Worldly wealth is but poor substance, yet, such as it is, we must honour God with it; and those that do good with what they have, shall have more to do more good with. Should the Lord visit us with trials and sickness, let us not forget that the exhortation speaks to... read more

Paul E. Kretzmann

The Popular Commentary by Paul E. Kretzmann - Proverbs 3:1-12

Obedience, Faith, and Liberality Urged v. 1. My son, forget not my law, the teaching of wisdom; but let thine heart keep my commandments, sincerely observing all instructions of God's Word; v. 2. for length of days and long life and peace, literally, "years of life and peace," shall they add to thee, earthly prosperity and happiness following the application of knowledge gained from the divine Law. v. 3. Let not mercy and truth, both on the part of men and on the part of God, forsake... read more

Johann Peter Lange

Lange's Commentary on the Holy Scriptures: Critical, Doctrinal and Homiletical - Proverbs 3:1-35

4. Continuation of the exhibition of the salutary results of a devout and pious lifeProverbs 3:1-181 My son, forget not my doctrine,and let thy heart keep my commandments;2 for length of days and years of lifeand welfare will they bring to thee.3 Let not love and truth forsake thee;bind them about thy neck,write them upon the tablet of thy heart;4 so wilt thou find favor and good reputationin the eyes of God and of men.5 Trust in Jehovah with all thy heart,and rely not... read more

Alexander MacLaren

Alexander MacLaren's Expositions of Holy Scripture - Proverbs 3:11-24

Proverbs THE GIFTS OF HEAVENLY WISDOM Pro_3:11 - Pro_3:24 . The repetition of the words ‘my son’ at the beginning of this passage marks a new section, which extends to Pro_3:20 , inclusively, another section being similarly marked as commencing in Pro_3:21 . The fatherly counsels of these early chapters are largely reiterations of the same ideas, being line upon line. ‘To write the same things to you, to me indeed is not grievous, but for you it is safe.’ Many strokes drive the nail home.... read more

Frederick Brotherton Meyer

F.B. Meyer's 'Through the Bible' Commentary - Proverbs 3:1-12

the Results of Trusting Jehovah Proverbs 3:1-12 How replete with helpful instruction on the policy of life is this paragraph! The young of both sexes are invited to be merciful in their judgments or dealings, and faithful in the discharge of their responsibilities or duties. These are two prime qualifications for a right attitude toward God and man. The perplexed are bidden to distrust their own understanding and to trust in God for guidance. If you do not see your way, wait till God... read more

G. Campbell Morgan

G. Campbell Morgan's Exposition on the Whole Bible - Proverbs 3:1-35

As the former address had to do with the search for wisdom, this, in view of the value of if is an appeal to cultivate wisdom. The appeal consists of a declaration of its essence (verses Pro 3:1-10 ), a description of its excellence (verses Pro 3:11-20 ), and a declaration of the safety which it brings (verses Pro 3:21-35 ). The essence of wisdom consists in a determined devotion to the things of wisdom. The inspiration of this is next described as life lived in relation to Jehovah. Perfect... read more