Proverbs 8:19
Proverbs 8:19 in Multiple Translations
My fruit is better than gold, pure gold, and my harvest surpasses choice silver.
My fruit is better than gold, yea, than fine gold; and my revenue than choice silver.
My fruit is better than gold, yea, than fine gold; And my revenue than choice silver.
My fruit is better than gold, even than the best gold; and my increase is more to be desired than silver.
The fruit I produce is better than gold, even pure gold, and my harvest is better than even the best silver.
My fruite is better then golde, euen then fine golde, and my reuenues better then fine siluer.
Better [is] my fruit than gold, even fine gold, And mine increase than choice silver.
My fruit is better than gold, yes, than fine gold, my yield than choice silver.
My fruit is better than gold, yes, than fine gold; and my revenue than choice silver.
For my fruit is better than gold and the precious stone, and my blossoms than choice silver.
What I can give people is more valuable than fine/pure gold and the best silver.
Berean Amplified Bible — Proverbs 8:19
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Proverbs 8:19 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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ט֣וֹב
פִּ֭רְיִ/י
מֵ/חָר֣וּץ
וּ/מִ/פָּ֑ז
וּ֝/תְבוּאָתִ֗/י
מִ/כֶּ֥סֶף
נִבְחָֽר
ט֣וֹב
ṭôwb
H2896
pleasant
Adj
פִּ֭רְיִ/י
pᵉrîy
H6529
fruit
N-ms | Suff
מֵ/חָר֣וּץ
chărûwts
H2742
sharp
Prep | N-ms
וּ/מִ/פָּ֑ז
pâz
H6337
pure gold
Conj | Prep | N-ms
וּ֝/תְבוּאָתִ֗/י
tᵉbûwʼâh
H8393
produce
Conj | N-fs | Suff
מִ/כֶּ֥סֶף
keçeph
H3701
silver
Prep | N-ms
נִבְחָֽר
bâchar
H977
to choose
V-Niphal
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Hebrew Word Reference — Proverbs 8:19
ט֣וֹב
ṭôwb
H2896
"pleasant"
Adj
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means good or welfare, describing something that is beneficial or pleasing, like a good deed or a happy time. It is used in many contexts, including Genesis and Psalms. This word is often translated as 'good' or 'beautiful'.
Definition: adj 1) good, pleasant, agreeable 1a) pleasant, agreeable (to the senses) 1b) pleasant (to the higher nature) 1c) good, excellent (of its kind) 1d) good, rich, valuable in estimation 1e) good, appropriate, becoming 1f) better (comparative) 1g) glad, happy, prosperous (of man's sensuous nature) 1h) good understanding (of man's intellectual nature) 1i) good, kind, benign 1j) good, right (ethical) Aramaic equivalent: tav (טָב "fine" H2869)
Usage: Occurs in 521 OT verses. KJV: beautiful, best, better, bountiful, cheerful, at ease, [idiom] fair (word), (be in) favour, fine, glad, good (deed, -lier, -liest, -ly, -ness, -s), graciously, joyful, kindly, kindness, liketh (best), loving, merry, [idiom] most, pleasant, [phrase] pleaseth, pleasure, precious, prosperity, ready, sweet, wealth, welfare, (be) well(-favoured). See also: Genesis 1:4; Ruth 2:22; 2 Chronicles 3:8.
פִּ֭רְיִ/י
pᵉrîy
H6529
"fruit"
N-ms | Suff
In the Bible, this word means the fruit that comes from the ground or from our actions. It is used in many books, including Genesis and Isaiah, to describe the results of our labor or the consequences of our choices.
Definition: 1) fruit 1a) fruit, produce (of the ground) 1b) fruit, offspring, children, progeny (of the womb) 1c) fruit (of actions) (fig.)
Usage: Occurs in 107 OT verses. KJV: bough, (first-)fruit(-ful), reward. See also: Genesis 1:11; Proverbs 18:20; Psalms 1:3.
מֵ/חָר֣וּץ
chărûwts
H2742
"sharp"
Prep | N-ms
In the Bible, this Hebrew word for gold also means something sharp or dug, like a trench. It appears in poetic passages, describing valuable or precious things. In some cases, it refers to determination or eagerness.
Definition: adj sharp-pointed, sharp, diligent
Usage: Occurs in 17 OT verses. KJV: decision, diligent, (fine) gold, pointed things, sharp, threshing instrument, wall. See also: Job 41:22; Proverbs 13:4; Psalms 68:14.
וּ/מִ/פָּ֑ז
pâz
H6337
"pure gold"
Conj | Prep | N-ms
Pure gold, or refined gold, is a valuable metal used in the Bible. It is translated as fine gold in the KJV.
Definition: refined or pure gold
Usage: Occurs in 9 OT verses. KJV: fine (pure) gold. See also: Job 28:17; Proverbs 8:19; Psalms 19:11.
וּ֝/תְבוּאָתִ֗/י
tᵉbûwʼâh
H8393
"produce"
Conj | N-fs | Suff
This word means produce or income, referring to crops, revenue, or even the product of our lips. It is translated as fruit, gain, or revenue in the KJV Bible.
Definition: 1) produce, product, revenue 1a) product, yield, crops (of the earth usually) 1b) income, revenue 1c) gain (of wisdom) (fig) 1d) product of lips (fig)
Usage: Occurs in 40 OT verses. KJV: fruit, gain, increase, revenue. See also: Genesis 47:24; 2 Kings 8:6; Psalms 107:37.
מִ/כֶּ֥סֶף
keçeph
H3701
"silver"
Prep | N-ms
Silver or money, often referring to payment or wealth, like the silver talents in Matthew 25. It can also describe silver as a valuable metal or ornament.
Definition: : money/payment/silver 1) silver, money 1a) silver 1a1) as metal 1a2) as ornament 1a3) as colour 1b) money, shekels, talents
Usage: Occurs in 343 OT verses. KJV: money, price, silver(-ling). See also: Genesis 13:2; Numbers 22:18; 2 Chronicles 1:17.
נִבְחָֽר
bâchar
H977
"to choose"
V-Niphal
To choose or select is the meaning of this Hebrew word, which appears in Deuteronomy. It can also mean to be chosen or elected. The KJV translates it as 'choose' or 'acceptable'.
Definition: 1) to choose, elect, decide for 1a) (Qal) to choose 1b) (Niphal) to be chosen 1c) (Pual) to be chosen, selected
Usage: Occurs in 162 OT verses. KJV: acceptable, appoint, choose (choice), excellent, join, be rather, require. See also: Genesis 6:2; 2 Kings 23:27; Psalms 25:12.
Study Notes — Proverbs 8:19
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- Proverbs 8:19 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Proverbs 8:19
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Proverbs 8:19
- Trapp's Commentary on Proverbs 8:19
- Ellicott's Commentary on Proverbs 8:19
- Cambridge Bible on Proverbs 8:19
- Barnes' Notes on Proverbs 8:19
- Whedon's Commentary on Proverbs 8:19
- Sermons on Proverbs 8:19
Context — The Excellence of Wisdom
17I love those who love me, and those who seek me early shall find me.
18With me are riches and honor, enduring wealth and righteousness.
19My fruit is better than gold, pure gold, and my harvest surpasses choice silver.
20I walk in the way of righteousness, along the paths of justice, 21bestowing wealth on those who love me and making their treasuries full.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Proverbs 3:14 | for she is more profitable than silver, and her gain is better than fine gold. |
| 2 | Proverbs 10:20 | The tongue of the righteous is choice silver, but the heart of the wicked has little worth. |
| 3 | Ecclesiastes 7:12 | For wisdom, like money, is a shelter, and the advantage of knowledge is that wisdom preserves the life of its owner. |
| 4 | Proverbs 8:10 | Receive my instruction instead of silver, and knowledge rather than pure gold. |
Proverbs 8:19 Summary
This verse means that following Wisdom and doing what is right is more valuable than having lots of money or treasure, as seen in Proverbs 8:19. When we seek Wisdom, we will receive rewards and blessings that are more precious than gold or silver, as promised in Psalm 19:10. By following Wisdom, we can experience a fulfilling and meaningful life, as seen in Proverbs 3:5-6. This verse encourages us to prioritize seeking Wisdom and doing what is right, rather than seeking earthly treasure, and to trust that God will provide us with what we need, as seen in Matthew 6:33.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean when Wisdom says her fruit is better than gold?
This means that the rewards and blessings that come from following Wisdom are more valuable than any earthly treasure, as seen in Proverbs 8:19 and supported by Psalm 119:72 which says that God's word is more precious than gold.
How can I experience the harvest that Wisdom talks about in this verse?
To experience the harvest that Wisdom talks about, we need to seek her and follow her ways, as promised in Proverbs 8:17 and Jeremiah 29:13, which says that if we seek God with all our heart, we will find Him.
What is the difference between the fruit and the harvest mentioned in this verse?
The fruit and the harvest mentioned in Proverbs 8:19 likely refer to the immediate and long-term benefits of following Wisdom, with the fruit representing the initial rewards and the harvest representing the abundance that comes from a lifetime of walking in Wisdom, as seen in Galatians 6:9.
Can I apply this verse to my everyday life?
Yes, this verse can be applied to our everyday lives by seeking Wisdom and following her ways, which will lead to a more fulfilling and meaningful life, as promised in Proverbs 3:5-6 and Romans 12:2.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I am seeking treasure in earthly things rather than in Wisdom?
- How can I prioritize seeking Wisdom and following her ways in my daily life?
- What are some ways that I can experience the fruit and harvest that Wisdom promises in this verse?
- How does this verse relate to my understanding of what is truly valuable and important in life?
Gill's Exposition on Proverbs 8:19
My fruit [is] better than gold, yea, than fine gold,.... This is said in allusion to the fruit that grows on trees, Wisdom, or Christ, being a tree of life, [See comments on Proverbs 3:18]; and so he
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Proverbs 8:19
My fruit is better than gold, yea, than fine gold; and my revenue than choice silver. My fruit (is) better than gold, yea, than fine gold. "My fruit" is the benefit derived from me (Proverbs 3:14).
Trapp's Commentary on Proverbs 8:19
Proverbs 8:19 My fruit [is] better than gold, yea, than fine gold; and my revenue than choice silver.Ver. 19. My fruit is better than gold.] This wisdom is as those two golden pipes through which the two olive branches do empty out of themselves the golden oils of all precious graces into the candlestick, the Church; hence grace is here called "fruits," and "pleasant fruits," and "fruits of the Spirit."
Ellicott's Commentary on Proverbs 8:19
(19) My fruit. . . . my revenue.—i.e., the gain and profit which come from possessing me.
Cambridge Bible on Proverbs 8:19
19. gold … silver] Comp. Proverbs 3:14. revenue] Or, increase, R.V. marg., preserving the figure of fruit in the parallel clause. γενήματα, LXX.; genimina, Vulg. Proverbs 8:22-31. Her august claims. Wisdom appeals to us, not only upon the ground of what she bestows (Proverbs 8:10-21), but upon the ground of what she is (Proverbs 8:22-31). On this Section see Introd. p. 31.
Barnes' Notes on Proverbs 8:19
Gold - The “choice, fine gold” of margin reference. The “fine gold” in the second clause is a different word, and perhaps represents gold extracted from the ore.
Whedon's Commentary on Proverbs 8:19
19. Gold — ηψεφ, rendered fine gold in Proverbs 3:14, where see note. τζ, paz, refined gold. My revenue — Not that which I receive, but which I bestow; the income which comes from practicing my precepts.
Sermons on Proverbs 8:19
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"Book of Remembrance" by Leonard Ravenhill by Compilations | This sermon emphasizes the importance of living a life that is devoted to God, comparing our actions and words to materials like wood, hay, stubble, silver, gold, and precious ston |
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Purified by Leonard Ravenhill by Compilations | This sermon emphasizes the importance of living a life devoted to God, comparing the value of our actions and words to wood, hay, stubble, silver, gold, and precious stones. It cha |
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The Evil Tongue by Thomas Watson | Thomas Watson preaches about the destructive power of the evil tongue, describing it as a fire fueled by hell that corrupts the whole person. He delves into various aspects of the |
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Read or Get Out of the Ministry by A.W. Tozer | A.W. Tozer emphasizes the necessity of continuous learning for ministers, drawing on wisdom from figures like Joseph H. Smith and John Wesley, who advocated for reading widely to e |
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He That Handleth a Matter Wisely Shall Find Good by C.H. Spurgeon | C.H. Spurgeon emphasizes that wisdom is essential for navigating life effectively, as it allows individuals to achieve their true potential and find genuine fulfillment. He compare |
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Wisdom Justified of Her Children by Charles Finney | Charles Finney explores the concept of wisdom as it relates to the teachings of John the Baptist and Jesus Christ, emphasizing that true wisdom is recognized and justified by those |
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New Years' Address, January 1866 by J.C. Philpot | J.C. Philpot delivers a New Year's Address in January 1866, emphasizing the importance of seeking spiritual profit in all aspects of life. He urges readers to assess whether their |