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Guard Wisdom Like Treasure
Commentators agree that the command is to keep "sound wisdom and discretion" constantly in view. Albert Barnes emphasizes that we should watch over these virtues as one would guard "priceless treasures," highlighting their immense value and the need for constant vigilance.
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Albert Barnes
On Proverbs 3:21
18th Century
Theologian
Let not them depart—that is, the wisdom and discretion of the following clause. Keep your eye on them, as one who watches over pric…
John Gill
On Proverbs 3:21
17th Century
Pastor
My son, let not them depart from your eyes
Meaning not the things done by Wisdom; though it is good to contemplate h…
Matthew Henry
On Proverbs 3:21–26
17th Century
Minister
Let us not allow Christ's words to depart from us, but keep sound wisdom and discretion; then we will walk safely in His ways. The natural life, an…