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The crown, that is, the glory of the wise man constitutes his wealth. He alone is truly rich even as he alone (compare Proverbs 14:18 note…

The crown of the wise is their riches.— They adorn and set off the wisdom of the wise, and bring it more to public attention; but …

The crown of the wise [is] their riches
Riches being used by them to increase and improve their knowledge and wisdom…

The riches of men of wisdom and piety enlarge their usefulness.
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Albert Barnes
AlbertBarnes