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The True Fruit of Wisdom
Commentators widely interpret Wisdom in this passage as representing Christ. Therefore, the 'fruit' and 'revenue' she offers are the profound blessings of salvation. This includes redemption, forgiveness, justification, the graces of the Holy Spirit like faith and love, and the promise of eternal life. These are not just wise principles but the life-giving results of a relationship with Jesus.
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Albert Barnes
On Proverbs 8:19
18th Century
Theologian
Gold - The "choice, fine gold" of margin reference. The "fine gold" in the second clause is a different word, and perhaps represents gold ex…
Charles Ellicott
On Proverbs 8:19
19th Century
Bishop
My fruit... my revenue. — that is, the gain and profit which come from possessing me.
John Gill
On Proverbs 8:19
17th Century
Pastor
My fruit [is] better than gold, yes, than fine gold
This is said in allusion to the fruit that grows on trees, Wisdom, or Chri…
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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…