Proverbs 9:11
Proverbs 9:11 in Multiple Translations
For through wisdom your days will be multiplied, and years will be added to your life.
For by me thy days shall be multiplied, and the years of thy life shall be increased.
For by me thy days shall be multiplied, And the years of thy life shall be increased.
For by me your days will be increased, and the years of your life will be long.
Through wisdom you'll have many more days, increasing the years of your life.
For thy dayes shalbe multiplied by me, and the yeeres of thy life shalbe augmented.
For by me do thy days multiply, And added to thee are years of life.
For by me your days will be multiplied. The years of your life will be increased.
For by me thy days shall be multiplied, and the years of thy life shall be increased.
For by me shall thy days be multiplied, and years of life shall be added to thee.
If you become wise, you will live many years [DOU].
Berean Amplified Bible — Proverbs 9:11
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Proverbs 9:11 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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כִּי
בִ֭/י
יִרְבּ֣וּ
יָמֶ֑י/ךָ
וְ/יוֹסִ֥יפוּ
לְּ֝/ךָ֗
שְׁנ֣וֹת
חַיִּֽים
כִּי
kîy
H3588
for
Conj
בִ֭/י
Prep | Suff
יִרְבּ֣וּ
râbâh
H7235
to multiply
V-Qal-Imperf-3mp
יָמֶ֑י/ךָ
yôwm
H3117
day
N-mp | Suff
וְ/יוֹסִ֥יפוּ
yâçaph
H3254
to add
Conj | V-Hiphil-Imperf-3mp
לְּ֝/ךָ֗
Prep | Suff
שְׁנ֣וֹת
shâneh
H8141
year
N-fp
חַיִּֽים
chay
H2416
alive
N-mp
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Hebrew Word Reference — Proverbs 9:11
כִּי
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.
בִ֭/י
""
Prep | Suff
יִרְבּ֣וּ
râbâh
H7235
"to multiply"
V-Qal-Imperf-3mp
This word means to increase or grow, like a plant shooting up. It is used in the Bible to describe something getting bigger or more abundant. The KJV translates it as abundance or bring up.
Definition: 1) be or become great, be or become many, be or become much, be or become numerous 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to become many, become numerous, multiply (of people, animals, things) 1a2) to be or grow great 1b) (Piel) to make large, enlarge, increase, become many 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to make much, make many, have many 1c1a) to multiply, increase 1c1b) to make much to do, do much in respect of, transgress greatly 1c1c) to increase greatly or exceedingly 1c2) to make great, enlarge, do much Aramaic equivalent: re.vah (רְבָה "to grow great" H7236)
Usage: Occurs in 215 OT verses. KJV: (bring in) abundance ([idiom] -antly), [phrase] archer (by mistake for H7232 (רָבַב)), be in authority, bring up, [idiom] continue, enlarge, excel, exceeding(-ly), be full of, (be, make) great(-er, -ly, [idiom] -ness), grow up, heap, increase, be long, (be, give, have, make, use) many (a time), (any, be, give, give the, have) more (in number), (ask, be, be so, gather, over, take, yield) much (greater, more), (make to) multiply, nourish, plenty(-eous), [idiom] process (of time), sore, store, thoroughly, very. See also: Genesis 1:22; 2 Chronicles 33:6; Psalms 16:4.
יָמֶ֑י/ךָ
yôwm
H3117
"day"
N-mp | Suff
The Hebrew word 'yom' refers to a day, which can be a literal 24-hour period or a figurative space of time. It is used in the Bible to describe a wide range of time periods, from a single day to a year or a lifetime. The word 'yom' is used in many different contexts throughout the Bible.
Definition: : day/when/time/period 1) day, time, year 1a) day (as opposed to night) 1b) day (24 hour period) 1b1) as defined by evening and morning in Genesis 1 1b2) as a division of time 1b2a) a working day, a day's journey 1c) days, lifetime (pl.) 1d) time, period (general) 1e) year 1f) temporal references 1f1) today 1f2) yesterday 1f3) tomorrow
Usage: Occurs in 1930 OT verses. KJV: age, [phrase] always, [phrase] chronicals, continually(-ance), daily, ((birth-), each, to) day, (now a, two) days (agone), [phrase] elder, [idiom] end, [phrase] evening, [phrase] (for) ever(-lasting, -more), [idiom] full, life, as (so) long as (... live), (even) now, [phrase] old, [phrase] outlived, [phrase] perpetually, presently, [phrase] remaineth, [idiom] required, season, [idiom] since, space, then, (process of) time, [phrase] as at other times, [phrase] in trouble, weather, (as) when, (a, the, within a) while (that), [idiom] whole ([phrase] age), (full) year(-ly), [phrase] younger. See also: Genesis 1:5; Genesis 33:13; Exodus 23:15.
וְ/יוֹסִ֥יפוּ
yâçaph
H3254
"to add"
Conj | V-Hiphil-Imperf-3mp
To add means to increase or do something again, like adding more of something or continuing an action. This word is used in the Bible to describe growth or repetition.
Definition: : add/more[amount] 1) to add, increase, do again 1a) (Qal) to add, increase, do again 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to join, join oneself to 1b2) to be joined, be added to 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to cause to add, increase 1c2) to do more, do again
Usage: Occurs in 205 OT verses. KJV: add, [idiom] again, [idiom] any more, [idiom] cease, [idiom] come more, [phrase] conceive again, continue, exceed, [idiom] further, [idiom] gather together, get more, give more-over, [idiom] henceforth, increase (more and more), join, [idiom] longer (bring, do, make, much, put), [idiom] (the, much, yet) more (and more), proceed (further), prolong, put, be (strong-) er, [idiom] yet, yield. See also: Genesis 4:2; 2 Samuel 19:14; Psalms 10:18.
לְּ֝/ךָ֗
""
Prep | Suff
שְׁנ֣וֹת
shâneh
H8141
"year"
N-fp
This word also means a year, like when Abraham was 100 years old in Genesis 21. It is used to describe a period of time, age, or a lifetime.
Definition: 1) year 1a) as division of time 1b) as measure of time 1c) as indication of age 1d) a lifetime (of years of life) Aramaic equivalent: she.nah (שְׁנָה "year" H8140)
Usage: Occurs in 647 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] whole age, [idiom] long, [phrase] old, year([idiom] -ly). See also: Genesis 1:14; Genesis 47:28; Numbers 7:35.
חַיִּֽים
chay
H2416
"alive"
N-mp
In the Bible, this word means life or being alive. It can refer to physical life, like in Genesis 1:20, or spiritual life, like in Psalm 30:5.
Definition: adj 1) living, alive 1a) green (of vegetation) 1b) flowing, fresh (of water) 1c) lively, active (of man) 1d) reviving (of the springtime) Aramaic equivalent: chay (חַי "living" H2417)
Usage: Occurs in 450 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] age, alive, appetite, (wild) beast, company, congregation, life(-time), live(-ly), living (creature, thing), maintenance, [phrase] merry, multitude, [phrase] (be) old, quick, raw, running, springing, troop. See also: Genesis 1:20; Deuteronomy 4:9; 2 Kings 5:16.
Study Notes — Proverbs 9:11
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- Context
- Cross References
- Proverbs 9:11 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Proverbs 9:11
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Proverbs 9:11
- Trapp's Commentary on Proverbs 9:11
- Ellicott's Commentary on Proverbs 9:11
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Proverbs 9:11
- Whedon's Commentary on Proverbs 9:11
- Sermons on Proverbs 9:11
Context — The Way of Wisdom
9Instruct a wise man, and he will be wiser still; teach a righteous man, and he will increase his learning.
10The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding.
11For through wisdom your days will be multiplied, and years will be added to your life.
12If you are wise, you are wise to your own advantage; but if you scoff, you alone will bear the consequences. 13The woman named Folly is loud; she is naive and knows nothing.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Proverbs 10:27 | The fear of the LORD prolongs life, but the years of the wicked will be cut short. |
| 2 | Proverbs 3:16 | Long life is in her right hand; in her left hand are riches and honor. |
| 3 | Proverbs 3:2 | for they will add length to your days, years and peace to your life. |
| 4 | Deuteronomy 6:2 | so that you and your children and grandchildren may fear the LORD your God all the days of your lives by keeping all His statutes and commandments that I give you, and so that your days may be prolonged. |
Proverbs 9:11 Summary
[This verse means that when we make wise choices and live according to God's will, He will give us a long and fulfilling life. This is because wisdom helps us avoid many of the dangers and pitfalls that can shorten our lives, as stated in Proverbs 3:1-2. By following God's wisdom, we can have a long and happy life, as promised in Psalms 37:37. We can gain wisdom by fearing God and being teachable, as stated in Proverbs 1:7 and Proverbs 9:10.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the relationship between wisdom and a long life?
According to Proverbs 9:11, through wisdom, our days will be multiplied and years will be added to our life, which is also supported by Psalms 34:12-14, where it says that those who desire life and love many days will be granted them if they keep their tongue from evil and their lips from deceitful speech.
How does one attain wisdom to gain a long life?
The Bible teaches that the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, as stated in Proverbs 9:10, and also in Psalms 111:10, which says that the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, and that all who follow His precepts have good understanding.
Is wisdom only for the wise or can anyone gain it?
According to Proverbs 9:9, instructing a wise man will make him wiser still, but also, Proverbs 1:7 says that fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge, which implies that anyone can gain wisdom by fearing God and being teachable.
What are the consequences of not seeking wisdom?
If we do not seek wisdom, we may suffer the consequences of our foolishness, as stated in Proverbs 9:12, where it says that if you scoff, you alone will bear the consequences, which is also supported by Proverbs 10:8, which says that the wise in heart will receive commandments, but a babbling fool will come to ruin.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I can apply wisdom to gain a longer and more fulfilling life?
- How can I cultivate the fear of the Lord in my life to gain wisdom?
- What are some ways that I can seek wisdom and instruction from others, and be open to correction and guidance?
- In what ways can I trust God to give me wisdom and guide me in my decisions, as promised in James 1:5-6?
Gill's Exposition on Proverbs 9:11
For by me thy days shall be multiplied,.... These are the words of Wisdom, and contain a reason and argument why her call and advice in the preceding verses should be listened unto, since she gives long life to her followers.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Proverbs 9:11
For by me thy days shall be multiplied, and the years of thy life shall be increased. For by me thy days shall be multiplied, and the years of thy life shall be increased.
Trapp's Commentary on Proverbs 9:11
Proverbs 9:11 For by me thy days shall be multiplied, and the years of thy life shall be increased.Ver. 11. For by me thy days.] This verse depends upon Proverbs 9:6. Those that embrace wisdom shall be paid for their pains, either in money or money’ s worth. Either they shall die, as Abraham did, with a good gray head; or else, with Josiah, they shall live long in a little time, and then live for ever in heaven. Enoch had the shortest life of any of the ten patriarchs; but then he was recompensed in the longest life of his son Methuselah, but especially in that "God took him" to glory. Besides, that though he departed the world soon, yet fulfilled he much time, as Mr Hooker hath it. And the years of thy life shall be increased.] Heb., They shall increase the years of thy life. That is, They that survive thee shall perpetuate thy memory, thy good name shall never die. Some live to be their own executors for their good name; and yet they see them, not honestly, buried before themselves die; nay, many are as those in Job 27:15; Job 27:23, hissed and kicked off this stage of the world, buried before they are half dead. There is scarce a vicious man, whose name is not rotten before his carcase.
On the other side, a good man’ s name is ofttimes the heir to his life. Or if obscured for a time, as the martyrs were, yet as the sun breaks through the cloud that masketh it, so God shall "bring forth their righteousness as the light, and their judgment as the noonday." Eccles polit., lib. iv. p. 168.
Ellicott's Commentary on Proverbs 9:11
(11) For by me thy days shall be multiplied . . .—The connection of this verse with the preceding one is as follows:—It is true wisdom to fear and know God, for thus length of years and life that is worth living are to be gained. (Comp. Proverbs 3:2.)
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Proverbs 9:11
Verse 11. For by me thy days shall be multiplied] Vice shortens human life, by a necessity of consequence: and by the same, righteousness lengthens it. There is a long addition here in the Septuagint, Syriac, and Vulgate: "He who trusts in falsity feeds on the winds; and is like him who chases the fowls of heaven. He forsakes the way of his own vineyard, and errs from the paths of his own inheritance. He enters also into lonely and desert places, and into a land abandoned to thirst; and his hands collect that which yieldeth no fruit."
Whedon's Commentary on Proverbs 9:11
11. Days… be multiplied — Sentiment: The natural tendency of knowledge is to prolong life and make it happy. Comp. Proverbs 3:2 and note, and Proverbs 4:10.
Sermons on Proverbs 9:11
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The Benefits of Wisdom by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, Pastor Chuck Smith emphasizes the importance of wisdom and understanding in one's life. He encourages listeners to seek wisdom and not to forsake the instructions o |
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Sunday Night Meditations 34 Message and Song - 1950's by Welcome Detweiler | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of gratitude and the consequences of neglecting others. He shares a story of a gardener's son who saved a boy from drowning, |
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He With Us; We With Him by C.H. Spurgeon | C.H. Spurgeon emphasizes the importance of fearing the Lord as a means to prolong life, highlighting that virtuous habits fostered by faith can prevent the wastefulness of sin. He |
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Christ's Legacy of Peace by Bob Jennings | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of truly believing and trusting in God in order to experience peace. He shares a personal anecdote about his wife reminding h |
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New Life Baptist Church - Part 5 by Paul Washer | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of parents being creative and intentional in spending time with their children. He shares a personal anecdote about receiving |