Proverbs 8:11

For wisdom is better than rubies. All the things that may be desired can’t be compared to it.

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WEBBE

For wisdom is better than rubies. All the things that may be desired can’t be compared to it.

BSB

For wisdom is more precious than rubies, and nothing you desire compares with her.

KJV

For wisdom is better than rubies; and all the things that may be desired are not to be compared to it.

ASV

For wisdom is better than rubies; And all the things that may be desired are not to be compared unto it.

BBE

For wisdom is better than jewels, and all things which may be desired are nothing in comparison with her.

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Commentary

Matthew Henry · Verses 1–11

The will of God is made known by the works of creation, and by the consciences of men, but more clearly by Moses and the prophets. The chief difficulty is to get men to attend to instruction. Yet attention to the words of Christ, will guide the most ignorant into saving knowledge of the truth. Where there is an understanding heart, and willingness to receive the truth in love, wisdom is valued above silver and gold.

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