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A Wide and Secure Path
Commentators explain that the 'way of wisdom' is a metaphor for the journey of life. This path is not restrictive or narrow ('straitened'), but rather open, clear, and free from obstacles. As John Gill notes, believers are brought into a 'large place' with freedom to walk, secured from dangers and difficulties.
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Albert Barnes
On Proverbs 4:4–20
18th Century
Theologian
The counsel which has come to him, in substance, from his father. Compare it with 2 Samuel 23:2 and following; [Reference 1 Chronicles …
John Gill
On Proverbs 4:12
17th Century
Pastor
When you go, your steps shall not be straitened
By enemies, or attended with difficulties and obstructions, or subje…
Matthew Henry
On Proverbs 4:1–13
17th Century
Minister
We must look upon our teachers as our fathers: though instruction carries reproof and correction, welcome it. Solomon's parents loved him; therefor…