King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
That I may cause those that love me to inherit substance; and I will fill their treasures.
Complete Jewish Bible:
to endow with wealth those who love me and fill their treasuries.
Berean Standard Bible:
bestowing wealth on those who love me and making their treasuries full.
American Standard Version:
That I may cause those that love me to inherit substance, And that I may fill their treasuries.
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
That I may cause those that love{H157} me to inherit{H5157} substance{H3426}; and I will fill{H4390} their treasures{H214}.
Cross-References (KJV):
1 Peter 1:4
- To an inheritance incorruptible, and undefiled, and that fadeth not away, reserved in heaven for you,
Proverbs 24:4
- And by knowledge shall the chambers be filled with all precious and pleasant riches.
Matthew 25:46
- And these shall go away into everlasting punishment: but the righteous into life eternal.
Genesis 15:14
- And also that nation, whom they shall serve, will I judge: and afterward shall they come out with great substance.
Psalms 16:11
- Thou wilt shew me the path of life: in thy presence [is] fulness of joy; at thy right hand [there are] pleasures for evermore.
Proverbs 1:13
- We shall find all precious substance, we shall fill our houses with spoil:
1 Samuel 2:8
- He raiseth up the poor out of the dust, [and] lifteth up the beggar from the dunghill, to set [them] among princes, and to make them inherit the throne of glory: for the pillars of the earth [are] the LORD'S, and he hath set the world upon them.
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Commentary for Proverbs 8:21
Proverbs 8:21 is part of a larger passage in the Book of Proverbs, traditionally attributed to Solomon, the wise king of Israel. This verse is found within a section often referred to as the "Speech of Wisdom," where Wisdom is personified as a woman calling out to humanity, extolling her virtues and inviting all to pursue her. In the historical context, the Book of Proverbs is part of the wisdom literature in the Hebrew Bible, which reflects the values and insights of ancient Near Eastern sages.
The themes of Proverbs 8:21 revolve around the rewards of wisdom. In this verse, Wisdom declares her intention to bless those who love her with material wealth and prosperity. The term "substance" refers to wealth or possessions, suggesting that wisdom leads to practical benefits in addition to moral and intellectual growth. The promise that Wisdom will "fill their treasures" implies abundance and security, emphasizing the idea that a life lived in accordance with wisdom will not only be virtuous but also rewarding in tangible ways.
This verse reflects the broader biblical wisdom tradition, which often connects the pursuit of wisdom with the attainment of well-being and success. It also underscores the belief that true wealth is a byproduct of a wise and virtuous life, rather than the primary goal. The verse encourages a love for wisdom, promising that such affection will lead to a blessed life, both spiritually and materially. It is important to note that while the verse speaks of material blessings, the broader context of the Bible suggests that these blessings are not the sole purpose of wisdom, but rather a potential outcome of living a life in harmony with divine principles.
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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- Strong's Number: H157
There are 257 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אָהַב
Transliteration: ʼâhab
Pronunciation: aw-hab'
Description: or אָהֵב ; a primitive root; to have affection for (sexually or otherwise); (be-) love(-d, -ly, -r), like, friend. - Strong's Number: H5157
There are 59 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: נָחַל
Transliteration: nâchal
Pronunciation: naw-khal'
Description: a primitive root; to inherit (as a (figurative) mode of descent), or (generally) to occupy; causatively, to bequeath, or (generally) distribute, instate; divide, have (inheritance), take as a heritage, (cause to, give to, make to) inherit, (distribute for, divide (for, for an, by), give for, have, leave for, take (for)) inheritance, (have in, cause to, be made to) possess(-ion). - Strong's Number: H3426
There are 129 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: יֵשׁ
Transliteration: yêsh
Pronunciation: yaysh
Description: perhaps from an unused root meaning to stand out, or exist; entity; used adverbially or as a copula for the substantive verb (הָיָה); there is or are (or any other form of the verb to be, as may suit the connection); (there) are, (he, it, shall, there, there may, there shall, there should) be, thou do, had, hast, (which) hath, (I, shalt, that) have, (he, it, there) is, substance, it (there) was, (there) were, ye will, thou wilt, wouldest. - Strong's Number: H4390
There are 240 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: מָלֵא
Transliteration: mâlêʼ
Pronunciation: maw-lay'
Description: or מָלָא; (Esther 7:5), a primitive root; to fill or (intransitively) be full of, in a wide application (literally and figuratively); accomplish, confirm, [phrase] consecrate, be at an end, be expired, be fenced, fill, fulfil, (be, become, [idiom] draw, give in, go) full(-ly, -ly set, tale), (over-) flow, fulness, furnish, gather (selves, together), presume, replenish, satisfy, set, space, take a (hand-) full, [phrase] have wholly. - Strong's Number: H214
There are 477 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אוֹצָר
Transliteration: ʼôwtsâr
Pronunciation: o-tsaw'
Description: from אָצַר; a depository; armory, cellar, garner, store(-house), treasure(-house) (-y).