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My son, give me your heart; And let your eyes keep in my ways.
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A Plea from God Himself
Commentators emphasize that the speaker is not merely Solomon but God, or more specifically, Christ. This isn't just fatherly advice; it's a divine request from the Saviour for our deepest affections and loyalty. God desires a personal relationship, asking for the one gift only we can give: our heart.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
Another continuous exhortation rather than a collection of maxims.
(Proverbs 23:16) The teacher rejoices when the disciple’s hea…
19th Century
Anglican
My son, give me thine heart.— For that is the one gift alone worthy of acceptance which man can offer to God, and the onl…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
My son, give me your heart These words are not the words of Solomon to his son, for a greater than Solomon is here; …
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The gracious Saviour who purchased pardon and peace for his people, with all the affection of a tender parent, counsels us to hear and be wise, and…
