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No mention shall be made of coral or of crystal: Yes, the price of wisdom is above rubies.
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Wisdom's Incomparable Worth
The verse lists some of the most precious materials of the ancient world—coral, crystal, and rubies (or pearls)—only to declare them unworthy of even being mentioned in comparison to wisdom. Commentators emphasize that regardless of the exact identity of these gems, the point is that wisdom's value is infinitely greater than any earthly treasure.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
No mention shall be made of coral – That is, as a price by which to purchase wisdom, or in comparison with wisdom. The margin here …
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
No mention shall be made of coral, or of pearls Coral is a marine plant, is as hard as a stone, and of such value as…
Job here speaks of wisdom and understanding, the knowing and enjoying of God and ourselves. Its worth is infinitely more than all the riches in thi…
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13th Century
Catholic
Since the author had shown that all precious things found in physical bodies are contained in specific places—which, though unknown to men, are sti…
