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My son, do not forget my teaching,
and let your heart keep my commandments;
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for length of days and years of life
and peace they will add to you.
3
Let not steadfast love and faithfulness forsake you;
bind them around your neck, write them on the tablet of your heart,
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so you will find favor and good repute
in the sight of God and of people.
5
Trust in the LORD with all your heart,
and do not lean on your own understanding.
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In all your ways acknowledge him,
and he will make your paths straight.
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Do not be wise in your own eyes;
fear the LORD and turn away from evil.
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It will be healing to your body
and refreshment to your bones.
9
Honor the LORD with your wealth
and with the firstfruits of all your produce;
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then your barns will be filled with plenty,
and your vats will overflow with new wine.
11
My son, do not despise the LORD’s discipline,
and do not be weary of his correction.
12
For the LORD disciplines the one he loves,
as a father the son in whom he delights.
13
Blessed is the one who finds wisdom,
the one who gains understanding,
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for her profit is better than profit from silver,
and her gain better than gold.
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She is more precious than jewels,
and nothing you desire can compare with her.
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Long life is in her right hand,
in her left hand riches and honor.
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Her ways are ways of pleasantness,
and all her paths are peace.
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She is a tree of life to those who lay hold of her;
those who hold her fast are called blessed.
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By wisdom the LORD laid the earth’s foundations,
by understanding he established the heavens,
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by his knowledge the deeps broke open,
and the clouds drop down the dew.
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My son, do not let sound judgment and discretion depart from your eyes;
keep them,
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and they will be life to your soul
and adornment for your neck.
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Then you will walk on your way securely,
and your foot will not stumble.
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If you lie down, you will not be afraid;
yes, you will lie down, and your sleep will be sweet.
25
Do not fear sudden terror,
or the ruin of the wicked, when it comes;
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for the LORD will be your confidence,
and will keep your foot from being caught.
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Do not withhold good from those to whom it is due,
when it is in your power to do it.
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Do not say to your neighbor, “Go, and come again;
tomorrow I will give it,” when you have it with you.
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Do not devise evil against your neighbor,
while he dwells beside you without suspicion.
30
Do not contend with a person without cause,
if he has done you no harm.
31
Do not envy the man of violence,
and do not choose any of his ways;
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for the perverse person is an abomination to the LORD,
but with the upright He is intimate.
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The LORD’s curse is in the house of the wicked,
but the dwelling of the righteous He blesses.
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When He confronts the mocker, He also mocks,
but the humble He shows favor.
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The wise will inherit honor,
but fools will receive disgrace.
💖🛤️💎 Summary of Proverbs 3 – Full Trust in God and Living in Wisdom
Proverbs 3 is one of the best-known and most-quoted chapters in the book of Proverbs. Here, Solomon teaches that full trust in God is the key to a blessed and secure life. Wisdom is described as more precious than gold and silver, and God promises to be with and guide the steps of those who are humble, fear the Lord, and turn away from evil.
📌 1. Trust in the Lord (verses 1–6)
“Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding.”
- Do not forget the Lord’s teaching
- Let love and faithfulness bind the heart
- Trust the Lord in all things
- Then He will make your paths straight
🎯 A blessed life begins with surrendering control completely to God.
📌 2. Fear the Lord and Turn from Evil (verses 7–8)
“Do not consider yourself wise…”
- Fear of the Lord = the source of health of soul and body
- Humility and a heart that fears the Lord keep one from disaster
🎯 True wisdom is knowing that we need God.
📌 3. Honor the Lord with Your Wealth (verses 9–10)
“Honor the LORD with your wealth and with the firstfruits…”
- Giving from the firstfruits is an act of faith and reverence
- The Lord promises abundance in return
🎯 Material blessing is a tool to glorify the Lord, not for pride.
📌 4. Receive the Lord’s Discipline (verses 11–12)
“Do not reject the Lord’s discipline… for the Lord reproves the one He loves.”
- The Lord trains and corrects like a loving father
- The Lord’s rebuke is a sign that we are loved and cared for
🎯 Do not grow bitter when the Lord rebukes you — it is proof that He cares.
📌 5. Wisdom Is Worth More Than Gold (verses 13–20)
“Blessed is the one who finds wisdom…”
- Wisdom is more precious than:
– Silver, gold, jewels
– Earthly wealth - Wisdom brings:
– Long life
– Honor
– Peace
– Pleasant ways
🎯 Wisdom is not only practical gain — it is the highest spiritual treasure.
📌 6. Kindness Toward Others (verses 27–30)
“Do not withhold good from those to whom it is due…”
- Do not delay doing good
- Do not devise evil against your neighbor
- Do not envy or imitate the violent
🎯 A wise life always cares for and honors others.
📌 7. Blessing for the Righteous (verses 33–35)
“The Lord’s curse is on the house of the wicked, but the dwelling of the righteous is blessed.”
- The Lord gives:
– Honor to the humble
– Wisdom to the wise
– A curse to the wicked
🎯 The way of the Lord is an everlasting blessing, not merely worldly success.
📖 Main Teaching
- Trusting in the Lord is more important than understanding everything
- The wisdom of the Lord is more precious than all riches
- Honor toward the Lord is shown in finances, attitude, and actions toward others
- The Lord’s rebuke is love, not punishment
- A righteous life will be protected and blessed
✨ Spiritual Meaning (New Testament)
“Seek first the Kingdom of God…”
→ The wise priority in life is seeking the Lord, not wealth.
“For the Lord disciplines the one He loves…”
→ In line with Proverbs 3:11–12 — discipline is a sign of God’s love.
“Ask God for wisdom…”
→ True wisdom still comes only from the Lord — just as Solomon taught.
“The peace of God… will guard your hearts and minds…”
→ The fruit of wisdom and trust in the Lord is peace that surpasses understanding.
🎯 Proverbs 3 teaches that true faith is action, not theory. True wisdom brings peace, generosity, and right relationship with God and with others.
🕊️ “Trust in the LORD with all your heart…” – Proverbs 3:5
🕊️ “Do not reject the LORD’s discipline…” – Proverbs 3:11
🕊️ “Blessed is the one who finds wisdom…” – Proverbs 3:13
🕊️ “Do not withhold good…” – Proverbs 3:27
🕊️ “The LORD’s curse is on the house of the wicked…” – Proverbs 3:33
