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Proverbs 8:2

In most sovereign and high tops, above the way, in the midst of paths, (On hilltops, on the way, in the midst of paths,)

Wycliffe Modern Spelling

In The King James Version

She standeth in the top of high places, by the way in the places of the paths.

In Context

1Whether wisdom crieth not oft; and prudence giveth her voice? (Whether not wisdom crieth often, and understanding giveth forth her voice?)

3and it standeth beside the gate (s) of the city, in those enclosings, and speaketh, and saith,

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Cross References

Proverbs 9:3He sent his handmaids (or He sent forth his servantesses), that they should call to the tower; and to the walls of the city.

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 →

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