Proverbs 3:1

Wisdom Bestows Well-Being

1 My son, do not forget my teaching, but keep my commands in your heart,

Proverbs 3:1 in Other Translations

1 My son, forget not my law; but let thine heart keep my commandments:

1 My son, do not forget my teaching, but let your heart keep my commandments,

1 My child, never forget the things I have taught you. Store my commands in your heart.

1 Good friend, don't forget all I've taught you; take to heart my commands.

1 My son, forget not my law; But let thy heart keep my commandments:

1 My son, do not forget my teachings, and keep my commands in mind,

1 My son, don't forget my teaching, but let your heart keep my commands;

1 My son, do not forget my teaching. Keep my commands in your heart.

Proverbs 3:1 Meaning and Commentary

Proverbs 3:1

My son, forget not my law
Or, "doctrine" ^F5; the doctrine of Christ, the Gospel, and the several truths of it; which, being of the utmost moment and importance, should be kept in memory, and not let slip, or be in the least slighted and neglected; see ( Hebrews 2:1-3 ) ; but let thine heart keep my commandments;
as the ark, or chest, kept the two tables of the law put into it; it denotes a cordial affection for the commandments and ordinances of Christ, a hearty attention and obedience to them, and a constant and cheerful observance of them, flowing from love and gratitude to him, ( John 14:15 John 14:21 ) .

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FOOTNOTES:

F5 (ytrwt) "doctrinae meae", Piscator, Michaelis; "institutionem meam", Schultens; "doctrinam meam", Cocceius.

Proverbs 3:1 In-Context

1 My son, do not forget my teaching, but keep my commands in your heart,

2 for they will prolong your life many years and bring you peace and prosperity.

3 Let love and faithfulness never leave you; bind them around your neck, write them on the tablet of your heart.

4 Then you will win favor and a good name in the sight of God and man.

5 Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding;

Cross References

• 1. S Proverbs 1:8
• 2. S Psalms 44:17; Proverbs 4:5