Proverbs 8:3
Beside the gates to the city, at the entrances she cries out:
Berean Standard Bible
In The King James Version
She crieth at the gates, at the entry of the city, at the coming in at the doors.
In Context
2On the heights overlooking the road, at the crossroads she takes her stand.
4“To you, O men, I call out, and my cry is to the sons of men.
Cross References
Job 29:7When I went out to the city gate and took my seat in the public square,
Matthew 22:9Go therefore to the crossroads and invite to the banquet as many as you can find.’
John 18:20“I have spoken openly to the world,” Jesus answered. “I always taught in the synagogues and at the temple, where all the Jews come together. I said nothing in secret.
Matthew Henry on Proverbs 8:2-12
The Invitation of Wisdom. 1 Doth not wisdom cry? and understanding put forth her voice? 2 She standeth in the top of high places, by the way in the places of the paths. 3 She crieth at the gates, at the entry of the city, at the coming in at the doors. 4 Unto you, O men, I call; and my voice is to the sons of man. 5 O ye simple, understand wisdom: and, ye fools, be ye of an understanding heart. 6 Hear; for I will speak of excellent things; and the opening of my lips shall be right things. 7 For my mouth shall… Read the whole commentary →