King James Version
What Does Proverbs 4:21 Mean?
“Let them not depart from thine eyes; keep them in the midst of thine heart.”
Context
19
The way of the wicked is as darkness: they know not at what they stumble.
20
My son, attend to my words; incline thine ear unto my sayings.
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Let them not depart from thine eyes; keep them in the midst of thine heart.
22
For they are life unto those that find them, and health to all their flesh. health: Heb. medicine
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Keep thy heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of life. with: Heb. above all keeping
Commentary
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary**25. Save now--**Hebrew, "Hosanna" (compare Psa 115:2, &c., as to now) a form of prayer (Psa 20:9), since, in our use, of praise.
Robert Jamieson, A.R. Fausset, David Brown. Public Domain.
Historical Context
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Theological Significance
Proverbs 4:21 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.
Cross-References
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