Proverbs 2:10
Proverbs 2:10 in Multiple Translations
For wisdom will enter your heart, and knowledge will delight your soul.
¶ When wisdom entereth into thine heart, and knowledge is pleasant unto thy soul;
For wisdom shall enter into thy heart, And knowledge shall be pleasant unto thy soul;
For wisdom will come into your heart, and knowledge will be pleasing to your soul;
For wisdom will fill your mind, and knowledge will make you happy.
When wisdome entreth into thine heart, and knowledge deliteth thy soule,
For wisdom cometh into thy heart, And knowledge to thy soul is pleasant,
For wisdom will enter into your heart. Knowledge will be pleasant to your soul.
When wisdom entereth into thy heart, and knowledge is pleasant to thy soul;
If wisdom shall enter into thy heart, and knowledge please thy soul:
because you will be wise in your inner being; and knowing what God wants you to know will cause you to be joyful.
Berean Amplified Bible — Proverbs 2:10
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Proverbs 2:10 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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כִּֽי
תָב֣וֹא
חָכְמָ֣ה
בְ/לִבֶּ֑/ךָ
וְ֝/דַ֗עַת
לְֽ/נַפְשְׁ/ךָ֥
יִנְעָֽם
כִּֽי
kîy
H3588
for
Conj
תָב֣וֹא
bôwʼ
H935
Lebo
V-Qal-Imperf-3fs
חָכְמָ֣ה
chokmâh
H2451
wisdom
N-fs
בְ/לִבֶּ֑/ךָ
lêb
H3820
heart
Prep | N-ms | Suff
וְ֝/דַ֗עַת
daʻath
H1847
knowledge
Conj | N-fs
לְֽ/נַפְשְׁ/ךָ֥
nephesh
H5315
soul
Prep | N-cs | Suff
יִנְעָֽם
nâʻêm
H5276
be pleasant
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — Proverbs 2:10
כִּֽי
kîy
H3588
"for"
Conj
A conjunction used to show cause or connection, as in Genesis 2:23 where Adam says the woman is bone of his bone because she was taken out of him. It is often translated as 'for', 'because', or 'since'.
Definition: 1) that, for, because, when, as though, as, because that, but, then, certainly, except, surely, since 1a) that 1a1) yea, indeed 1b) when (of time) 1b1) when, if, though (with a concessive force) 1c) because, since (causal connection) 1d) but (after negative) 1e) that if, for if, indeed if, for though, but if 1f) but rather, but 1g) except that 1h) only, nevertheless 1i) surely 1j) that is 1k) but if 1l) for though 1m) forasmuch as, for therefore
Usage: Occurs in 3910 OT verses. KJV: and, + (forasmuch, inasmuch, where-) as, assured(-ly), + but, certainly, doubtless, + else, even, + except, for, how, (because, in, so, than) that, + nevertheless, now, rightly, seeing, since, surely, then, therefore, + (al-) though, + till, truly, + until, when, whether, while, whom, yea, yet. See also: Genesis 1:4; Genesis 26:16; Genesis 42:15.
תָב֣וֹא
bôwʼ
H935
"Lebo"
V-Qal-Imperf-3fs
This verb means to go or come, and is used in many contexts, such as entering a place or approaching someone, as seen in the book of Genesis. It can also mean to abide or apply, and is translated in various ways in the KJV Bible. This term is related to the name Lebo Hamath.
Definition: A shortened name of Lebo Hamath complined withcha.mat (חֲמָת "Hamath" H2574) This name means to go in, enter
Usage: Occurs in 2307 OT verses. KJV: abide, apply, attain, [idiom] be, befall, [phrase] besiege, bring (forth, in, into, to pass), call, carry, [idiom] certainly, (cause, let, thing for) to come (against, in, out, upon, to pass), depart, [idiom] doubtless again, [phrase] eat, [phrase] employ, (cause to) enter (in, into, -tering, -trance, -try), be fallen, fetch, [phrase] follow, get, give, go (down, in, to war), grant, [phrase] have, [idiom] indeed, (in-) vade, lead, lift (up), mention, pull in, put, resort, run (down), send, set, [idiom] (well) stricken (in age), [idiom] surely, take (in), way. See also: Genesis 2:19; Genesis 32:7; Exodus 1:19.
חָכְמָ֣ה
chokmâh
H2451
"wisdom"
N-fs
Wisdom refers to skill, prudence, or good judgment in areas like war, administration, or religion, as seen in the book of Proverbs.
Definition: 1) wisdom 1a) skill (in war) 1b) wisdom (in administration) 1c) shrewdness, wisdom 1d) wisdom, prudence (in religious affairs) 1e) wisdom (ethical and religious)
Usage: Occurs in 141 OT verses. KJV: skilful, wisdom, wisely, wit. See also: Exodus 28:3; Proverbs 5:1; Psalms 37:30.
בְ/לִבֶּ֑/ךָ
lêb
H3820
"heart"
Prep | N-ms | Suff
Leb refers to the heart, but also represents feelings, will, and intellect in the Bible. It is used figuratively to describe the center of something, and is often translated as heart or mind. Leb is a complex concept that encompasses emotions and thoughts.
Definition: 1) inner man, mind, will, heart, understanding 1a) inner part, midst 1a1) midst (of things) 1a2) heart (of man) 1a3) soul, heart (of man) 1a4) mind, knowledge, thinking, reflection, memory 1a5) inclination, resolution, determination (of will) 1a6) conscience 1a7) heart (of moral character) 1a8) as seat of appetites 1a9) as seat of emotions and passions 1a10) as seat of courage
Usage: Occurs in 552 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] care for, comfortably, consent, [idiom] considered, courag(-eous), friend(-ly), ((broken-), (hard-), (merry-), (stiff-), (stout-), double) heart(-ed), [idiom] heed, [idiom] I, kindly, midst, mind(-ed), [idiom] regard(-ed), [idiom] themselves, [idiom] unawares, understanding, [idiom] well, willingly, wisdom. See also: Genesis 6:5; 2 Samuel 13:33; Psalms 4:8.
וְ֝/דַ֗עַת
daʻath
H1847
"knowledge"
Conj | N-fs
In the Bible, daath means knowledge or understanding, like when Solomon asked God for wisdom in 1 Kings 3:9. It involves skill and perception, and is often linked to wisdom. This concept appears in the book of Proverbs.
Definition: 1) knowledge 1a) knowledge, perception, skill 1b) discernment, understanding, wisdom
Usage: Occurs in 91 OT verses. KJV: cunning, (ig-) norantly, know(-ledge), (un-) awares (wittingly). See also: Genesis 2:9; Proverbs 14:7; Psalms 19:3.
לְֽ/נַפְשְׁ/ךָ֥
nephesh
H5315
"soul"
Prep | N-cs | Suff
The Hebrew word for soul or living being, used in the Bible to describe the essence of a person or animal. It encompasses the ideas of life, breath, and vitality, and is translated as 'soul' or 'creature' in the KJV. This word is central to biblical concepts of humanity and existence.
Definition: 1) soul, self, life, creature, person, appetite, mind, living being, desire, emotion, passion 1a) that which breathes, the breathing substance or being, soul, the inner being of man 1b) living being 1c) living being (with life in the blood) 1d) the man himself, self, person or individual 1e) seat of the appetites 1f) seat of emotions and passions 1g) activity of mind 1g1) uncertain 1h) activity of the will 1h1) uncertain 1i) activity of the character 1i1) uncertain
Usage: Occurs in 683 OT verses. KJV: any, appetite, beast, body, breath, creature, [idiom] dead(-ly), desire, [idiom] (dis-) contented, [idiom] fish, ghost, [phrase] greedy, he, heart(-y), (hath, [idiom] jeopardy of) life ([idiom] in jeopardy), lust, man, me, mind, mortally, one, own, person, pleasure, (her-, him-, my-, thy-) self, them (your) -selves, [phrase] slay, soul, [phrase] tablet, they, thing, ([idiom] she) will, [idiom] would have it. See also: Genesis 1:20; Leviticus 26:43; Judges 18:25.
יִנְעָֽם
nâʻêm
H5276
"be pleasant"
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
This Hebrew word means to be pleasant or agreeable, describing something or someone as beautiful, sweet, or delightful, as seen in the Bible's descriptions of beautiful music or lovely landscapes. It is used to describe things that bring joy. In the Bible, it appears in descriptions of pleasant things.
Definition: (Qal) to be pleasant, be beautiful, be sweet, be delightful, be lovely
Usage: Occurs in 8 OT verses. KJV: pass in beauty, be delight, be pleasant, be sweet. See also: Genesis 49:15; Proverbs 9:17; Psalms 141:6.
Study Notes — Proverbs 2:10
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- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Proverbs 2:10
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Proverbs 2:10
- Trapp's Commentary on Proverbs 2:10
- Ellicott's Commentary on Proverbs 2:10
- Cambridge Bible on Proverbs 2:10
- Barnes' Notes on Proverbs 2:10
- Whedon's Commentary on Proverbs 2:10
- Sermons on Proverbs 2:10
Context — The Benefits of Wisdom
8to guard the paths of justice and protect the way of His saints.
9Then you will discern righteousness and justice and equity—every good path.
10For wisdom will enter your heart, and knowledge will delight your soul.
11Discretion will watch over you, and understanding will guard you, 12to deliver you from the way of evil, from the man who speaks perversity,Cross References
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| 1 | Jeremiah 15:16 | Your words were found, and I ate them. Your words became my joy and my heart’s delight. For I bear Your name, O LORD God of Hosts. |
| 2 | Colossians 3:16 | Let the word of Christ richly dwell within you as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom, and as you sing psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs with gratitude in your hearts to God. |
| 3 | Job 23:12 | I have not departed from the command of His lips; I have treasured the words of His mouth more than my daily bread. |
| 4 | Proverbs 18:1–2 | He who isolates himself pursues selfish desires; he rebels against all sound judgment. A fool does not delight in understanding, but only in airing his opinions. |
| 5 | Proverbs 24:13–14 | Eat honey, my son, for it is good, and the honeycomb is sweet to your taste. Know therefore that wisdom is sweet to your soul. If you find it, there is a future for you, and your hope will never be cut off. |
| 6 | Psalms 104:34 | May my meditation be pleasing to Him, for I rejoice in the LORD. |
| 7 | Psalms 19:10 | They are more precious than gold, than much pure gold; they are sweeter than honey, than honey from the comb. |
| 8 | Psalms 119:162 | I rejoice in Your promise like one who finds great spoil. |
| 9 | Psalms 119:111 | Your testimonies are my heritage forever, for they are the joy of my heart. |
| 10 | Psalms 119:97 | Oh, how I love Your law! All day long it is my meditation. |
Proverbs 2:10 Summary
[Proverbs 2:10 tells us that when we seek God and His wisdom, wisdom will enter our hearts and knowledge will bring joy to our lives. This means that as we learn more about God and His ways, we will find happiness and satisfaction in following Him. As it says in Psalm 119:35, 'Direct me in the path of your commands, for I take delight in it,' and in Matthew 7:24-27, Jesus teaches us that true wisdom is shown by obeying His words.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the relationship between wisdom and knowledge in Proverbs 2:10?
In Proverbs 2:10, wisdom and knowledge are closely linked, with wisdom entering the heart and knowledge delighting the soul, as also seen in Proverbs 1:7, where fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge, and wisdom is the result of knowing God.
How does wisdom enter the heart according to this verse?
The verse does not specify exactly how wisdom enters the heart, but from other scriptures like James 1:5, we understand that wisdom is given by God to those who ask for it in faith, and as we seek to know and obey Him, wisdom takes root in our hearts.
What is the significance of knowledge delighting the soul?
When knowledge delights the soul, it indicates a deep satisfaction and joy in understanding and living according to God's will, as mentioned in Psalm 119:111, where the psalmist delights in God's statutes, and in Jeremiah 15:16, where the prophet finds joy in God's words.
Is this verse promising that wisdom and knowledge will automatically come to believers?
While Proverbs 2:10 does promise that wisdom will enter the heart and knowledge will delight the soul, it is part of a larger context that emphasizes the importance of seeking God and His wisdom, as seen in Proverbs 2:1-4, where the reader is encouraged to seek wisdom like hidden treasures.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I need God's wisdom to guide me, and how can I practically seek His wisdom in those areas?
- How can I cultivate a deeper delight in the knowledge of God, so that His Word becomes a source of joy and strength to me?
- In what ways do I see the relationship between wisdom and knowledge playing out in my own life, and where do I need to ask for more of God's wisdom and knowledge?
- What are some practical steps I can take to 'treasure' God's wisdom and knowledge, as encouraged in Proverbs 2:1-4?
Gill's Exposition on Proverbs 2:10
When wisdom entereth into thine heart,.... Either Christ, the Wisdom of God; who enters there at conversion, and sets up a throne in the heart, and dwells there by faith: or else the Gospel, the
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Proverbs 2:10
When wisdom entereth into thine heart, and knowledge is pleasant unto thy soul; When wisdom entereth into thine heart, and knowledge is pleasant unto thy soul; discretion shall preserve thee, understanding shall keep thee.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Proverbs 2:10
When wisdom entereth into thine heart; when thou dost truly love it, and passionately desire it, and hide its precepts in thy heart, according to .
Trapp's Commentary on Proverbs 2:10
Proverbs 2:10 When wisdom entereth into thine heart, and knowledge is pleasant unto thy soul;Ver. 10. Is pleasant to thy soul.] Spiritual joy mortifies sin. His mouth hankers not after homely provision that hath lately tasted of delicate sustenance. Pleasure there must be in the ways of God, because therein men let out their souls into God, that is the fountain of all good; hence they so infinitely distaste sin’ s tasteless fooleries. Crede mihi, res severa est verum gaudium, saith Seneca. True joy is a solid business.
Ellicott's Commentary on Proverbs 2:10
(10) When wisdom . . .—Rather to be taken as an explanation of the preceding, For wisdom will enter, &c
Cambridge Bible on Proverbs 2:10
10. When wisdom entereth … knowledge is pleasant] Rather: For wisdom shall enter … knowledge shall be pleasant, R.V. The address flows on continuously and describes how wisdom as a shield preserves from the evil man (Proverbs 2:12-15), and from the evil woman (Proverbs 2:16-19).
Barnes' Notes on Proverbs 2:10
Another picture of the results of living in the fear of the Lord. Not that to which it leads a man, but that from which it saves him, is brought into view.
Whedon's Commentary on Proverbs 2:10
OF WISDOM IN FROM EVIL , Proverbs 2:10-22. 10, 11. When wisdom entereth — Here the instructor starts out again, in a different train of thought, to show the effects of a sanctified education in
Sermons on Proverbs 2:10
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Prudence: The Discipline of Godly Speech by Art Katz | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of developing the skill of wisdom and prudence. The speaker highlights that God's intention for all mankind is to live in peac |
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Grasping by Don Courville | In this sermon, the preacher starts by emphasizing the importance of receiving and hiding God's words in our hearts. He encourages the congregation to seek wisdom and understanding |
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The Knowledge of God by Phil Beach Jr. | Phil Beach Jr. emphasizes the critical importance of having the knowledge of God, which encompasses both a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and an understanding of His Word |
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Discretion by Andrew Murray | Andrew Murray emphasizes the vital role of discretion in the life of a Christian, illustrating how it serves as a guard against the snares of the world and the temptations that sur |
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(Christian Leadership) Lovers of the Truth by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes that the Bible is not written in a logical or mathematical way, but rather speaks to the heart. He shares an anecdote about preaching in a se |
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Daily Renewal by Jim Cymbala | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of not solely relying on our physical bodies and appearances. He highlights that even though physical fitness is important, it |
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Spiritual Warfare Series - Fighting With Joy by Jim Cymbala | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of focusing on positive truth and God's love, as it produces joy. He warns against dwelling on past hurts and encourages Chri |