Proverbs 8:35
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- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
(Compare Luk 13:23-24).
John Gill Bible Commentary
For whoso findeth me findeth life,.... Of finding Christ; see Gill on Pro 3:13. Such that find Christ find "life" or "lives" (z), life spiritual and eternal; till they are found of Christ, and find him in effectual calling, they are dead; but, when called by his grace and converted, they live a life of justification and sanctification; they live a life of faith on Christ, of holiness from him, and communion with him: and such that find life in this sense find spiritual food in and from Christ, to support this life; and spiritual clothing, a justifying righteousness, called the justification of life, and which is the comfort of it; and rest in him, which makes life pleasant and delightful. Such an one finds that which of all things is most valuable, the life of his immortal soul; and which he can find nowhere else; and which, being found, can never be lost, for he finds eternal life in him; and has both a right unto it, and a meetness for it; yea, has the beginning, pledge, and earnest of it, Jo1 5:11; and shall obtain favour of the Lord; by which is meant, not favour among men, though that is had from the Lord, it is he that gives it; nor temporal blessings, for in this sense favour is not to men of spiritual skill and wisdom; rather spiritual blessings, an access to God, acceptance with him; the presence of God, and communion with him; peace of conscience, and every needful supply of grace: but it seems most principally to design the love, grace, and good will of God, the spring and fountain of all blessings: and "obtaining" it does not intend getting an interest in it, for that is free and sovereign; nor is there anything in men, or done by them, which can procure it; but an enjoyment of it. The word (a) used signifies a drawing it out, as water out of a well; and denotes that it is before it is drawn out or manifested; that it is in the heart of God, and lies hid there, from whence it flows as from a well or fountain; and is enjoyed in the exercise of the grace of faith; when the Lord remembers his people, and encompasses them about with it; or draws it out in great lengths, or grants continued and comfortable manifestations of it; see Psa 36:10. (z) "vitas", Montanus. (a) "educet", Pagninus, Montanus; "hauriet", V. L. "haurit", Vatablus, Mercerus, Gejerus; "depromit", Schultens.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
8:35-36 Life is the ultimate reward for the wise, while rejecting wisdom results in death. These verses point to eternal life and death (see Luke 23:43; 1 Cor 15).
Proverbs 8:35
The Excellence of Wisdom
34Blessed is the man who listens to me, watching daily at my doors, waiting at the posts of my doorway. 35For whoever finds me finds life and obtains the favor of the LORD. 36But he who fails to find me harms himself; all who hate me love death.”
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The Son and Life
By H.J. Vine0PSA 2:6PRO 8:30PRO 8:35JHN 1:3JHN 3:16JHN 14:6JHN 17:3COL 1:121JN 4:9H.J. Vine preaches about the unfailing promises of God, emphasizing that every word of His will be fulfilled, including the promise of eternal life made before time began. The Son of God came into time to bring about the fulfillment of this promise, showcasing the love of God towards humanity. Through the Son's sacrifice, reconciliation and eternal life are secured for those who believe, leading to a future of glory, love, and joy in the presence of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
The Son and Life, and Word and Wisdom
By H.J. Vine0PRO 8:35JHN 1:4JHN 3:36JHN 5:26ACT 3:15ACT 13:46ROM 5:21TIT 1:21JN 2:241JN 5:12H.J. Vine preaches on the profound truth that eternal life is found in believing in the Son, a truth revealed by the Holy Spirit and declared in the Word of God. This eternal life, promised before time began, is a gift from God through His Son, Jesus Christ, who brought life to a world of death. Those who have the Son have life eternal, a present possession connected vitally with the Father and the Son, a promise to believers that will be fully realized in the coming glory.
The Word and Life
By H.J. Vine0PRO 8:22PRO 8:35MIC 5:2LUK 1:2JHN 1:1JHN 6:63COL 1:131JN 5:12REV 22:13H.J. Vine preaches about the eternal life found in Jesus Christ, the Word made flesh, who came into the world full of grace and truth. His glory was distinguished by the grace and beauty of love and relationship, revealing Him as the Son of God. The Word, the Son, and the One 'from Eternity' are shown as the originator and fountain of life for all men, offering salvation through His death and resurrection.
Words of Spirit and Life
By H.J. Vine0PRO 8:35PRO 13:14PRO 16:22JHN 4:14JHN 6:27JHN 6:35JHN 6:51JHN 6:63JHN 7:38ROM 5:21H.J. Vine preaches on the profound impact of Jesus' words as spirit and life, emphasizing the necessity of His death for eternal life. Despite the miracles, many sought Jesus for physical sustenance, not realizing the spiritual depth of His teachings. Those who truly believe in Christ recognize the need for His sacrifice to receive eternal life, contrasting it with the perishable food of the world. Through Christ's death, believers find righteousness, life, and the promise of reigning in eternal life.
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
(Compare Luk 13:23-24).
John Gill Bible Commentary
For whoso findeth me findeth life,.... Of finding Christ; see Gill on Pro 3:13. Such that find Christ find "life" or "lives" (z), life spiritual and eternal; till they are found of Christ, and find him in effectual calling, they are dead; but, when called by his grace and converted, they live a life of justification and sanctification; they live a life of faith on Christ, of holiness from him, and communion with him: and such that find life in this sense find spiritual food in and from Christ, to support this life; and spiritual clothing, a justifying righteousness, called the justification of life, and which is the comfort of it; and rest in him, which makes life pleasant and delightful. Such an one finds that which of all things is most valuable, the life of his immortal soul; and which he can find nowhere else; and which, being found, can never be lost, for he finds eternal life in him; and has both a right unto it, and a meetness for it; yea, has the beginning, pledge, and earnest of it, Jo1 5:11; and shall obtain favour of the Lord; by which is meant, not favour among men, though that is had from the Lord, it is he that gives it; nor temporal blessings, for in this sense favour is not to men of spiritual skill and wisdom; rather spiritual blessings, an access to God, acceptance with him; the presence of God, and communion with him; peace of conscience, and every needful supply of grace: but it seems most principally to design the love, grace, and good will of God, the spring and fountain of all blessings: and "obtaining" it does not intend getting an interest in it, for that is free and sovereign; nor is there anything in men, or done by them, which can procure it; but an enjoyment of it. The word (a) used signifies a drawing it out, as water out of a well; and denotes that it is before it is drawn out or manifested; that it is in the heart of God, and lies hid there, from whence it flows as from a well or fountain; and is enjoyed in the exercise of the grace of faith; when the Lord remembers his people, and encompasses them about with it; or draws it out in great lengths, or grants continued and comfortable manifestations of it; see Psa 36:10. (z) "vitas", Montanus. (a) "educet", Pagninus, Montanus; "hauriet", V. L. "haurit", Vatablus, Mercerus, Gejerus; "depromit", Schultens.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
8:35-36 Life is the ultimate reward for the wise, while rejecting wisdom results in death. These verses point to eternal life and death (see Luke 23:43; 1 Cor 15).