Proverbs 3:15

Wisdom is more precious than jewels 1 and nothing you desire can compare to her. 1

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In The King James Version

She is more precious than rubies: and all the things thou canst desire are not to be compared unto her.

In Context

14What you gain from wisdom is better than what silver will give in return 1 and its profit is better than gold. 1

16She has length of days in her right hand; 1 in her left hand are riches and honor. 1

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Cross References

Psalms 63:3Because your covenant faithfulness is better than life, 1 my lips will praise you. 1

Proverbs 8:11For Wisdom is better than jewels; 1 no treasure is equal to her. 1

Proverbs 31:10Who can find a capable wife? 1 Her value is far more than jewels. 1

Matthew 13:44The kingdom of heaven is like a treasure hidden in a field. A man found it and hid it. In his joy he goes, sells everything he possesses, and buys that field.

Matthew Henry on Proverbs 3:14-21

The Excellency of Wisdom; Happiness of Those Who Find Wisdom. 13 Happy is the man that findeth wisdom, and the man that getteth understanding. 14 For the merchandise of it is better than the merchandise of silver, and the gain thereof than fine gold. 15 She is more precious than rubies: and all the things thou canst desire are not to be compared unto her. 16 Length of days is in her right hand; and in her left hand riches and honour. 17 Her ways are ways of pleasantness, and all her paths are peace. 18 She is a… Read the whole commentary →

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