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Spiritual, Not Material, Riches
Commentators overwhelmingly interpret the 'riches and honor' in this verse not as material wealth, but as spiritual treasures. They are described as the 'true riches' of God's favor, the grace of salvation, and the promise of future glory. As Matthew Henry notes, believers may not receive worldly riches, but they are promised something 'infinitely better.'
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Albert Barnes
On Proverbs 8:18
18th Century
Theologian
Durable riches – that is, treasure piled up for many years; ancient wealth.
Charles Ellicott
On Proverbs 8:18
19th Century
Bishop
Riches and honour are with me. —“If this passage is taken in a material sense, Psalms 112:3 and the promises in the Pen…
John Gill
On Proverbs 8:18
17th Century
Pastor
Riches and honour [are] with me
By "riches" are meant not the riches of Christ's person, the perfections of his natu…
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Matthew Henry
On Proverbs 8:12–21
17th Century
Minister
Wisdom, here is Christ, in whom are all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge. It is Christ in the Word, and Christ in the heart; not only Christ r…