Proverbs 8:16 — Meaning and Application

King James Version

“By me princes rule, and nobles, {even} all the judges of the earth.”

Proverbs 8:16

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Understanding the surrounding verses prevents misinterpretation:

Counsel {is} mine, and sound wisdom: I {am} understanding; I have strength.

By me kings reign, and princes decree justice.

By me princes rule, and nobles, {even} all the judges of the earth.

I love them that love me; and those that seek me early shall find me.

Riches and honour {are} with me; {yea}, durable riches and righteousness.

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Proverbs 8:1

"Doth not wisdom cry? and understanding put forth her voice?"

Proverbs 8:2

"She standeth in the top of high places, by the way in the places of the paths."

Proverbs 8:3

"She crieth at the gates, at the entry of the city, at the coming in at the doors."

Proverbs 8:4

"Unto you, O men, I call; and my voice {is} to the sons of man."

Proverbs 8:5

"O ye simple, understand wisdom: and, ye fools, be ye of an understanding heart."

Proverbs 8:6

"Hear; for I will speak of excellent things; and the opening of my lips {shall be} right things."

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