Proverbs 4:9
She will put a wreath of honor on your head; 1 she will give you a beautiful crown.” 1
Unlocked Literal Bible
In The King James Version
She shall give to thine head an ornament of grace: a crown of glory shall she deliver to thee.
In Context
8Cherish wisdom and she will exalt you; 1 she will honor you when you embrace her. 1
10Listen, my son, and pay attention to my words, 1 and you will have many years in your life. 1
Cross References
1 Kings 3:13I have also given you what you have not asked, both riches and honor, so that there will not be any among the kings like you all your days.
Proverbs 3:22They will be life to your soul 1 and an adornment of favor to wear around your neck. 1
Proverbs 16:31Gray hair is a crown of glory; 1 it is gained by living the right way. 1
1 Timothy 2:9Likewise, I want the women to dress themselves in proper clothing, with modesty and self-control. They should not have braided hair, or gold, or pearls, or expensive clothing.
1 Peter 3:4Instead, let it be done with the inner person of the heart, and the lasting beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is precious before God.
Revelation 3:21The one who conquers, I will give him the right to sit down with me on my throne, just as I also conquered and sat down with my Father on his throne.
Matthew Henry on Proverbs 4:2-14
Parental Instructions. 1 Hear, ye children, the instruction of a father, and attend to know understanding. 2 For I give you good doctrine, forsake ye not my law. 3 For I was my father's son, tender and only beloved in the sight of my mother. 4 He taught me also, and said unto me, Let thine heart retain my words: keep my commandments, and live. 5 Get wisdom, get understanding: forget it not; neither decline from the words of my mouth. 6 Forsake her not, and she shall preserve thee: love her, and she shall keep… Read the whole commentary →