Proverbs 13:14

14 The teaching of wise people is like a fountain that gives life. It turns those who listen to it away from the jaws of death.

Proverbs 13:14 Meaning and Commentary

Proverbs 13:14

The law of the wise [is] a fountain of life
Or "doctrine" ^F14; the doctrine of those who are taught by the word, and are wise unto salvation; the words or doctrines of the wise, which are given forth by one Shepherd; the instructions of such who are like Scribes, well instructed themselves unto the kingdom of heaven: these are as a fountain of living water; which are the means of quickening dead sinners, and of reviving and refreshing the souls of weary saints; and bring life and immortality to light, and point and lead to eternal life: and so direct souls to depart from the snares of death;
the snares of sin, Satan, and the world, to shun and avoid them; with which men being entangled, are brought to destruction and death.

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FOOTNOTES:

F14 (trwt) "doctrina", Junius & Tremellius, Piscator, Cocceius, Schultens.

Proverbs 13:14 In-Context

12 Hope that is put off makes one sick at heart. But a longing that is met is like a tree of life.

13 Anyone who hates what he is taught will pay for it later. But a person who respects a command will be rewarded.

14 The teaching of wise people is like a fountain that gives life. It turns those who listen to it away from the jaws of death.

15 Good understanding wins favor. But the way of liars doesn't last.

16 Wise people act in keeping with the knowledge they have. But foolish people show how foolish they are.