Proverbs 8:35 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

For whoso findeth me findeth life, and shall obtain favour of the LORD.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

For whoever finds me finds life, and will receive favor from the LORD.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse is saying that finding wisdom brings true life and God's blessing.

📚 Historical Context

In the book of Proverbs, attributed to King Solomon and written around 900 BC, wisdom is personified as a divine figure calling out to people, urging them to embrace godly insight for a prosperous life. This verse fits into a larger passage where wisdom promises rewards like life and favor from God, reflecting the ancient Israelite culture that valued divine wisdom as essential for moral and practical success. It underscores the biblical emphasis on choosing wisdom over folly in a world full of temptations.

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