Proverbs 8:2
On the hilltops beside the road, 1 at the crossroads, Wisdom has taken her stand. 1
Unlocked Literal Bible
In The King James Version
She standeth in the top of high places, by the way in the places of the paths.
In Context
1Does not Wisdom call out? 1 Does not Understanding raise her voice? 1
3Before the gates at the entrance into the city, 1 at the entrances into the city, she calls out. 1
Cross References
Proverbs 9:3She has sent out her maids; she calls out 1 from the highest points of the city, 1
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 →