Proverbs 3:22 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

So shall they be life unto thy soul, and grace to thy neck.

Close to the original. Clear modern English.

✦ MADE SIMPLE

So they will bring life to your soul and beauty to your neck.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse is saying that wisdom and understanding will give you inner vitality and outward honor.

📚 Historical Context

This verse is part of Solomon's teachings about wisdom in the book of Proverbs, written around 950 BC. In ancient Hebrew culture, the neck often symbolized dignity and honor, while the soul represented one's inner life and vitality. Solomon is concluding his instruction about holding onto wisdom and understanding (from the previous verses).

←

PreviousProverbs 3:21

NextProverbs 3:23

→

Explore Similar Verses

Revelation 21:26

All the best and most beautiful things from every nation and culture will be brought into this holy city.

James 3:18

When you're someone who brings peace to situations, you're actually planting seeds of goodness that will grow into something beautiful.

Romans 15:16

God called me to be Jesus' representative to non-Jewish people, sharing God's good news with them. My goal is to present them as a beautiful offering to God — people who've been made holy by the Holy Spirit.

Ask the AI Assistant

Have a question about this chapter or verse? Ask below for a clear explanation.

Share or Save

📚 Historical Context

Explore Similar Verses

Ask the AI Assistant

Translation & Methodology Sources