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He who gives heed to the word finds prosperity. Whoever trusts in Yahweh is blessed.
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The 'Word' is God's Word
Commentators like Ellicott and Gill suggest that the phrase 'giveth heed unto the word' (or 'handles a matter wisely') refers specifically to attending to the word of God. This means the verse isn't just about general prudence, but about diligently listening to, internalizing, and living by God's divine instruction.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
Good as it is to handle a matter wisely, it is far better to trust in the Lord. The former is really impossible except through th…
19th Century
Anglican
He who handles a matter wisely—or, perhaps, he who attends to the word of God ().
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
He that handles a matter wisely shall find good
That frames and composes his discourse well on any subject he take…
