John Gill Commentary Proverbs 3:1

"My son, forget not my law; But let thy heart keep my commandments:" — Proverbs 3:1 (ASV)

My son, forget not my law
Or, "doctrine" ^F5 ; the doctrine of Christ, the Gospel, and the several truths of it; which, being of the utmost moment and importance, should be kept in memory, and not let slip, or be in the least slighted and neglected; see (Hebrews 2:1–3) ; but let your heart keep my commandments ;
as the ark, or chest, kept the two tables of the law put into it; it denotes a cordial affection for the commandments and ordinances of Christ, a hearty attention and obedience to them, and a constant and cheerful observance of them, flowing from love and gratitude to him, (John 14:15John 14:21) .

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FOOTNOTES:

• F5: (ytrwt) "doctrinae meae", Piscator, Michaelis; "institutionem meam", Schultens; "doctrinam meam", Cocceius.