Proverbs 8:17

I love them that love me; and those that seek me early shall find me.

King James Version

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Other Translations for Proverbs 8:17

BSB

I love those who love me, and those who seek me early shall find me.

AKJV

I love them that love me; and those that seek me early shall find me.

CPDV

I love those who love me. And those who stand watch for me until morning shall discover me.

ERV

I love them that love me; and those that seek me diligently shall find me.

NHEB

I love those who love me. Those who seek me diligently will find me.

SMT

I loved those loving me: and they seeking me shall find me.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Proverbs 8:17

IloveH157VerbthemthatloveH157VerbmeandthosethatseekmeearlyH7836VerbshallfindH4672Verbme

Commentary for Proverbs 8:17

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry

Overview of Proverbs 8:17

Summary

Wisdom reciprocates affection with devotion

Event

Wisdom promises mutual affection

Estimated Time Period

c. 950 BC