But whoso hearkeneth unto me shall dwell safely, and shall be quiet from fear of evil.
But whoever listens to me will live safely and will be at peace, without fear of harm.
This verse promises that those who listen to wisdom will live with security and peace, free from the fear of danger.
📚 Historical Context
This verse concludes Wisdom's first major speech in Proverbs, where she calls out in the streets urging people to listen to her instruction. In ancient Israel, wisdom was personified as a woman who offered guidance for righteous living. The promise of safety and peace would have been particularly meaningful to people living in a time when physical security was often uncertain and dependent on making wise choices about relationships, business dealings, and moral conduct.
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