Proverbs 8:10

Receive my instruction, and not silver; and knowledge rather than choice gold.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Proverbs 8:10

BSB
Receive my instruction instead of silver, and knowledge rather than pure gold.
AKJV
Receive my instruction, and not silver; and knowledge rather than choice gold.
CPDV
Accept my discipline, and not money. Choose the doctrine that is greater than gold.
ERV
Receive my instruction, and not silver; and knowledge rather than choice gold.
NHEB
Receive my instruction rather than silver; knowledge rather than choice gold.
SMT
Receive my instruction and not silver and knowledge above tried gold.

Commentary for Proverbs 8:10

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 8:10
Summary
Instruction surpasses material wealth acquisition
Event
Wisdom urges preference for instruction
Estimated Time Period
c. 950 BC
Category
Wisdom