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That I may give wealth to those who love me. I fill their treasuries.

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An Inheritance of True Substance

Commentators emphasize that the "substance" promised by Wisdom is not fleeting material wealth, but true, lasting spiritual riches. Scholar John Gill notes the Hebrew word implies "that which is," highlighting its reality and solidity compared to earthly things. This inheritance includes spiritual blessings, communion with God, and eternal life—treasures that are incorruptible and stored in heaven.

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Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On Proverbs 8:21

19th Century

Bishop

That I may cause those that love me to inherit substance. —The work which each one by my help will do will be stored up f…

John Gill

John Gill

On Proverbs 8:21

17th Century

Pastor

That I may cause those that love me to inherit substance Substantial blessings, blessings indeed, as all spiritual ones a…

Matthew Henry

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…