Proverbs 8:17

17 I love those who love me, and those who seek me find me.

Proverbs 8:17 in Other Translations

KJV
17 I love them that love me; and those that seek me early shall find me.
ESV
17 I love those who love me, and those who seek me diligently find me.
NLT
17 “I love all who love me. Those who search will surely find me.
MSG
17 I love those who love me; those who look for me find me.
CSB
17 I love those who love me, and those who search for me find me.

Proverbs 8:17 In-Context

15 By me kings reign and rulers issue decrees that are just;
16 by me princes govern, and nobles—all who rule on earth.
17 I love those who love me, and those who seek me find me.
18 With me are riches and honor, enduring wealth and prosperity.
19 My fruit is better than fine gold; what I yield surpasses choice silver.

Cross References 2

  • 1. S 1 Samuel 2:30; Psalms 91:14; John 14:21-24
  • 2. S 1 Chronicles 16:11; S Proverbs 1:28; Proverbs 3:13-18; Matthew 7:7-11; James 1:5
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