Proverbs 2:6
Proverbs 2:6 in Multiple Translations
For the LORD gives wisdom; from His mouth come knowledge and understanding.
For the LORD giveth wisdom: out of his mouth cometh knowledge and understanding.
For Jehovah giveth wisdom; Out of his mouth cometh knowledge and understanding:
For the Lord gives wisdom; out of his mouth come knowledge and reason:
The Lord is the source of wisdom; what he says provides knowledge that makes sense.
For the Lord giueth wisdome, out of his mouth commeth knowledge and vnderstanding.
For Jehovah giveth wisdom, From His mouth knowledge and understanding.
For the LORD gives wisdom. Out of his mouth comes knowledge and understanding.
For the LORD giveth wisdom: out of his mouth cometh knowledge and understanding.
Because the Lord giveth wisdom: and out of his mouth cometh prudence and knowledge.
Yahweh is the one who gives us wisdom. He is the one who tells us things that we need to know and understand.
Berean Amplified Bible — Proverbs 2:6
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Proverbs 2:6 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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כִּֽי
יְ֭הוָה
יִתֵּ֣ן
חָכְמָ֑ה
מִ֝/פִּ֗י/ו
דַּ֣עַת
וּ/תְבוּנָֽה
כִּֽי
kîy
H3588
for
Conj
יְ֭הוָה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
N-proper
יִתֵּ֣ן
nâthan
H5414
to give
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
חָכְמָ֑ה
chokmâh
H2451
wisdom
N-fs
מִ֝/פִּ֗י/ו
peh
H6310
lip
Prep | N-ms | Suff
דַּ֣עַת
daʻath
H1847
knowledge
N-fs
וּ/תְבוּנָֽה
tâbûwn
H8394
understanding
Conj | N-fs
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Hebrew Word Reference — Proverbs 2:6
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.
יְ֭הוָה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
"The Lord"
N-proper
Yehovah is another name for God, often translated as 'the Lord'. It is a national name for God in the Jewish faith. This name is used throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: Another name of ye.ru.sha.laim (יְרוּשָׁלִַ֫ם, יְרוּשְׁלֵם "Jerusalem" H3389)
Usage: Occurs in 5522 OT verses. KJV: Jehovah, the Lord. Compare H3050 (יָהּ), H3069 (יְהֹוִה). See also: Genesis 2:4; Genesis 24:42; Exodus 8:8.
יִתֵּ֣ן
nâthan
H5414
"to give"
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
This word means to give, put, or set something, with a wide range of applications. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus, describing God's actions and human interactions. The word is used to convey giving, selling, or exchanging something.
Definition: : give/deliver/send/produce 1) to give, put, set 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to give, bestow, grant, permit, ascribe, employ, devote, consecrate, dedicate, pay wages, sell, exchange, lend, commit, entrust, give over, deliver up, yield produce, occasion, produce, requite to, report, mention, utter, stretch out, extend 1a2) to put, set, put on, put upon, set, appoint, assign, designate 1a3) to make, constitute 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be given, be bestowed, be provided, be entrusted to, be granted to, be permitted, be issued, be published, be uttered, be assigned 1b2) to be set, be put, be made, be inflicted 1c) (Hophal) 1c1) to be given, be bestowed, be given up, be delivered up 1c2) to be put upon
Usage: Occurs in 1816 OT verses. KJV: add, apply, appoint, ascribe, assign, [idiom] avenge, [idiom] be (healed), bestow, bring (forth, hither), cast, cause, charge, come, commit, consider, count, [phrase] cry, deliver (up), direct, distribute, do, [idiom] doubtless, [idiom] without fail, fasten, frame, [idiom] get, give (forth, over, up), grant, hang (up), [idiom] have, [idiom] indeed, lay (unto charge, up), (give) leave, lend, let (out), [phrase] lie, lift up, make, [phrase] O that, occupy, offer, ordain, pay, perform, place, pour, print, [idiom] pull, put (forth), recompense, render, requite, restore, send (out), set (forth), shew, shoot forth (up), [phrase] sing, [phrase] slander, strike, (sub-) mit, suffer, [idiom] surely, [idiom] take, thrust, trade, turn, utter, [phrase] weep, [phrase] willingly, [phrase] withdraw, [phrase] would (to) God, yield. See also: Genesis 1:17; Genesis 40:21; Exodus 30:12.
חָכְמָ֑ה
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.
מִ֝/פִּ֗י/ו
peh
H6310
"lip"
Prep | N-ms | Suff
In the Bible, this Hebrew word refers to the mouth, lips, or edge of something, and can also mean a portion or side of something. It is often used to describe speech or the act of speaking. This word appears in various forms, such as mouth, lip, or edge.
Definition: : lip/mouth peh 1) mouth 1a) mouth (of man) 1b) mouth (as organ of speech) 1c) mouth (of animals) 1d) mouth, opening, orifice (of a well, river, etc) 1e) extremity, end pim 2) a weight equal to one third of a shekel, occurs only in 1Sa 13:21
Usage: Occurs in 460 OT verses. KJV: accord(-ing as, -ing to), after, appointment, assent, collar, command(-ment), [idiom] eat, edge, end, entry, [phrase] file, hole, [idiom] in, mind, mouth, part, portion, [idiom] (should) say(-ing), sentence, skirt, sound, speech, [idiom] spoken, talk, tenor, [idiom] to, [phrase] two-edged, wish, word. See also: Genesis 4:11; Deuteronomy 21:17; Ezra 9:11.
דַּ֣עַת
daʻath
H1847
"knowledge"
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.
וּ/תְבוּנָֽה
tâbûwn
H8394
"understanding"
Conj | N-fs
Tabún means understanding or intelligence, implying skill or insight. It is translated as discretion, reason, or wisdom in the KJV Bible, referring to the act or faculty of understanding.
Definition: 1) understanding, intelligence 1a) the act of understanding 1a1) skill 1b) the faculty of understanding 1b1) intelligence, understanding, insight 1c) the object of knowledge 1d) teacher (personification)
Usage: Occurs in 42 OT verses. KJV: discretion, reason, skilfulness, understanding, wisdom. See also: Exodus 31:3; Proverbs 8:1; Psalms 49:4.
Study Notes — Proverbs 2:6
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- Context
- Cross References
- Proverbs 2:6 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Proverbs 2:6
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Proverbs 2:6
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Proverbs 2:6
- Trapp's Commentary on Proverbs 2:6
- Ellicott's Commentary on Proverbs 2:6
- Cambridge Bible on Proverbs 2:6
- Barnes' Notes on Proverbs 2:6
- Whedon's Commentary on Proverbs 2:6
- Sermons on Proverbs 2:6
Context — The Benefits of Wisdom
4if you seek it like silver and search it out like hidden treasure,
5then you will discern the fear of the LORD and discover the knowledge of God.
6For the LORD gives wisdom; from His mouth come knowledge and understanding.
7He stores up sound wisdom for the upright; He is a shield to those who walk with integrity, 8to guard the paths of justice and protect the way of His saints.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Ephesians 1:17–18 | that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the glorious Father, may give you a spirit of wisdom and revelation in your knowledge of Him. I ask that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened, so that you may know the hope of His calling, the riches of His glorious inheritance in the saints, |
| 2 | James 1:5 | Now if any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him. |
| 3 | Job 32:8 | But there is a spirit in a man, the breath of the Almighty, that gives him understanding. |
| 4 | Psalms 119:98 | Your commandments make me wiser than my enemies, for they are always with me. |
| 5 | Luke 21:15 | For I will give you speech and wisdom that none of your adversaries will be able to resist or contradict. |
| 6 | Isaiah 54:13 | Then all your sons will be taught by the LORD, and great will be their prosperity. |
| 7 | John 6:45 | It is written in the Prophets: ‘And they will all be taught by God.’ Everyone who has heard the Father and learned from Him comes to Me— |
| 8 | 1 Kings 3:12 | behold, I will do what you have asked. I will give you a wise and discerning heart, so that there has never been nor will ever be another like you. |
| 9 | James 1:17 | Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, with whom there is no change or shifting shadow. |
| 10 | Daniel 2:23 | To You, O God of my fathers, I give thanks and praise, because You have given me wisdom and power. And now You have made known to me what we have requested, for You have made known to us the dream of the king.” |
Proverbs 2:6 Summary
This verse, Proverbs 2:6, tells us that God is the source of all true wisdom. He gives us wisdom, and from His mouth comes knowledge and understanding. This means we should look to God and His Word for guidance in our lives, rather than relying on our own thoughts or the opinions of others, as also encouraged in Psalm 37:5. By seeking God's wisdom, we can make better decisions and live in a way that pleases Him, which is in line with the teaching of Proverbs 3:5-6 to trust in the LORD with all our heart.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the source of true wisdom?
According to Proverbs 2:6, the LORD gives wisdom, and from His mouth come knowledge and understanding, as also seen in James 1:5 where it says to ask God for wisdom in faith.
How does God provide knowledge and understanding?
Proverbs 2:6 tells us that knowledge and understanding come from the mouth of the LORD, emphasizing the importance of listening to and following God's Word, as stated in Psalm 119:130 where it says the entrance of God's words gives light.
Is wisdom something we can achieve on our own?
No, Proverbs 2:6 clearly states that the LORD gives wisdom, indicating that true wisdom is a gift from God, and we should seek it through prayer and studying His Word, as encouraged in Proverbs 1:7.
What role does faith play in receiving wisdom from God?
Faith is essential in receiving wisdom from God, as seen in Hebrews 11:6, which says that without faith, it is impossible to please God, and in James 1:6-8, which warns against doubting when asking for wisdom from God.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I need God's wisdom, and how can I seek it according to Proverbs 2:6?
- How does the understanding that wisdom comes from God's mouth impact my daily decisions and actions?
- In what ways can I apply the knowledge and understanding given by God to my relationships and responsibilities?
- What does it mean to me personally that God is the giver of wisdom, and how should this truth shape my prayers and pursuits?
Gill's Exposition on Proverbs 2:6
For the Lord giveth wisdom,.... Natural wisdom in all its branches, with all its improvements, and in its utmost latitude and perfection; and spiritual wisdom, which lies in the knowledge of a man's
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Proverbs 2:6
For the LORD giveth wisdom: out of his mouth cometh knowledge and understanding. For the Lord giveth wisdom: out of his mouth (cometh) knowledge and understanding. Solomon knew this by experience (1 Kings 3:9; 1 Kings 3:12; cf.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Proverbs 2:6
Giveth wisdom, Heb. will give; hath promised to give it, to wit, to those that so seek it; whereby he also teacheth them not to ascribe any wisdom which they may obtain unto their own wit and industry, but only unto God’ s favour and blessing. Out of his mouth from his word, or appointment, and good will; as the word of God is taken, .
Trapp's Commentary on Proverbs 2:6
Proverbs 2:6 For the LORD giveth wisdom: out of his mouth [cometh] knowledge and understanding.Ver. 6. Out of his mouth cometh knowledge.] If it could be said by the divine chronologer, Ex Adami sapientissimi doctoris ore promanavit tanquam ex fonte quicquid in mundo est utilium doctrinarum, disciplinarum, scientiae et sapientiae - Out of Adam’ s mouth, even after the fall, as out of a fountain, flowed all the profitable knowledge, skill, and wisdom in the world: how much better may the same be said of "the only wise God," who is "wonderful in counsel, and excellent in working." Platonici lumen mentiam esse dixerunt ad discenda omnia, eundem ipsum Deum quo facta sunt omnia. The Platonists said, that God, the maker of all, was that light of the mind whereby we learn all. Bucholcer. Aug., De Civit. Dei.
Ellicott's Commentary on Proverbs 2:6
(6) For the Lord giveth wisdom.—As St. James (Proverbs 1:5) expresses it, He gives it to every man “liberally, and upbraideth not:” i.e., blames him not for asking it.
Cambridge Bible on Proverbs 2:6
6. For] Maurer rightly insists that this and two following verses are not a parenthesis, but an integral part of the main argument; q.d. I said that by diligent search after wisdom thou shouldest attain to the fear of Jehovah and the knowledge of God; and I said so because that knowledge involves the true conception of God, as the Fountain of all wisdom, and the right attitude towards Him of reverent expectation, which like the prophet’s “golden pipes” (Zechariah 4:2) brings your earnest desire to receive into contact with His readiness to give. Comp. James 1:5.
Barnes' Notes on Proverbs 2:6
People do not gain wisdom by any efforts of their own, but God gives it according to the laws of His own goodness.
Whedon's Commentary on Proverbs 2:6
6. The teacher proceeds to give obvious reasons for the assertion just made, (Proverbs 2:5,) and motives of great encouragement to his pupil to pursue the outline of action to which he urges. For the Lord — Jehovah.
Sermons on Proverbs 2:6
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(Guidelines) Illumination I by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of studying and listening to the word of God. They mention going through the Bible multiple times in different programs, and e |
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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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The Fourth Tabernacle by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the concept of the fourth tabernacle and its significance for believers. The fourth tabernacle represents the last dwelling place of God on ea |
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Are You Holding Hands With Satan or Jesus by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes that godly men are often targeted by Satan's attacks. He also highlights that the families of godly men, particularly their children, are al |
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(Divine Attributes) 09 the Sovereign Triune God of the Universe by Denny Kenaston | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the power and sovereignty of God. He recounts the story of Nebuchadnezzar, who was brought down by God's judgment and spent seven years craw |
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Who Is Wise? by Alistair Begg | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of wisdom and discernment. He urges his listeners to make straight paths for their feet and not to stray from the right path. |
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Get Wisdom by John Piper | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of seeking wisdom in order to find true and lasting happiness. He acknowledges that people may pursue temporary sources of hap |