King James Version
What Does Proverbs 4:4 Mean?
“He taught me also, and said unto me, Let thine heart retain my words: keep my commandments, and live.”
Context
2
For I give you good doctrine, forsake ye not my law.
3
For I was my father's son, tender and only beloved in the sight of my mother.
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He taught me also, and said unto me, Let thine heart retain my words: keep my commandments, and live.
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Get wisdom, get understanding: forget it not; neither decline from the words of my mouth.
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Forsake her not, and she shall preserve thee: love her, and she shall keep thee.
Commentary
Ellicott’s Commentary for English Readers(4) **He taught me also.—**Comp. David’s advice to Solomon (l Chron. 28:9, 10).
Charles John Ellicott (1819–1905). Public Domain.
Historical Context
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Theological Significance
Proverbs 4:4 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.
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