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On the top of high places by the way, Where the paths meet, she stands.
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Wisdom's Public Invitation
Commentators unanimously explain that Wisdom stands in the most public and visible places—"on the top of high places" and "where the paths meet." This is a deliberate contrast to the secretive, dark alleys where temptation lurks. God's truth is not a hidden secret for a select few; it is openly and publicly proclaimed for all to hear.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
The full enumeration of localities points to the publicity and openness of Wisdom’s teaching (see Proverbs 1:20 note), as contrasted with the steal…
19th Century
Anglican
She standeth in the top of high places.— i.e., in the higher parts of the city, where her voice will best be hea…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
She standeth in the top of high places To be both seen and heard, for which reason Christ went up into a mountain and pre…
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