Proverbs 9:11 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

For by me thy days shall be multiplied, and the years of thy life shall be increased.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Through me your days will be multiplied, and the years of your life will be increased.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Wisdom is promising that choosing to live wisely will lead to a longer, fuller life.

📚 Historical Context

This verse is part of Wisdom's speech in Proverbs 9, where Wisdom is personified as a woman calling people to her banquet. In ancient Hebrew culture, long life was seen as a blessing from God and a reward for righteous living. The book of Proverbs frequently connects wise choices with prosperity and longevity.

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