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I will fill their treasuries.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/proverbs/8.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />granting an inheritance to those who love me, and filling their treasuries.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/proverbs/8.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />bestowing wealth on those who love me and making their treasuries full.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/proverbs/8.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />That I may cause those that love me to inherit substance; and I will fill their treasures.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/proverbs/8.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />That I may cause those who love me to inherit wealth, That I may fill their treasuries.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/proverbs/8.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />To endow those who love me with wealth, That I may fill their treasuries.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/proverbs/8.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />To endow those who love me with wealth, That I may fill their treasuries.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/proverbs/8.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />To endow those who love me with wealth, That I may fill their treasuries.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/proverbs/8.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />To give those who love me an inheritance of wealth, That I may fill their treasuries.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/proverbs/8.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />That I may cause those who love me to inherit wealth <i>and</i> true riches, And that I may fill their treasuries.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/proverbs/8.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />giving wealth as an inheritance to those who love me, and filling their treasuries.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/proverbs/8.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />giving wealth as an inheritance to those who love me, and filling their treasuries.&#8221 <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/proverbs/8.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />That I may cause those that love me to inherit substance, And that I may fill their treasuries.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/proverbs/8.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />and I give great riches to everyone who loves me. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/proverbs/8.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />That I may cause those that love me to inherit substance, and that I may fill their treasuries.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/proverbs/8.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />to give an inheritance to those who love me and to fill their treasuries.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/proverbs/8.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />giving wealth to those who love me, filling their houses with treasures. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/proverbs/8.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />I bequeath wealth to those who love me, and I will fill their treasuries."<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/proverbs/8.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />bestowing wealth on those who love me and making their treasuries full.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/proverbs/8.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />that I may cause those who love me to inherit wealth, and that I may fill their treasuries. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/proverbs/8.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />That I may give wealth to those who love me. I fill their treasuries.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/proverbs/8.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />That I may cause those that love me to inherit substance; and I will fill their treasures.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/proverbs/8.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />that I may give wealth to those who love me. I fill their treasuries. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/proverbs/8.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />To cause my lovers to inherit substance, "" Indeed, I fill their treasures.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/proverbs/8.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> To cause my lovers to inherit substance, Yea, their treasures I fill.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/proverbs/8.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />To cause those loving me to inherit existence: and I will fill their treasures.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/proverbs/8.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />That I may enrich them that love me, and may fill their treasures. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/proverbs/8.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />so that I may enrich those who love me, and thus complete their treasures.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/proverbs/8.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Granting wealth to those who love me, and filling their treasuries. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/proverbs/8.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />endowing with wealth those who love me, and filling their treasuries.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/proverbs/8.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />That I may cause those that love me to have hope; and I will fill their treasuries.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/proverbs/8.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />That I might leave hope as an inheritance to my friends, and I shall fill their treasures.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/proverbs/8.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />That I may cause those that love me to inherit substance, And that I may fill their treasuries.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/proverbs/8.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />that I may divide substance to them that love me, and may fill their treasures with good things. If I declare to you the things that daily happen, I will remember <i>also</i> to recount the things of old.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/proverbs/8-21.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/kpUA5ZltBeQ?start=1425" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/proverbs/8.htm">The Excellence of Wisdom</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">20</span>I walk in the way of righteousness, along the paths of justice, <span class="reftext">21</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/5157.htm" title="5157: lə·han·ḥîl (Prep-l:: V-Hifil-Inf) -- A primitive root; to inherit (figurative) mode of descent), or to occupy; causatively, to bequeath, or distribute, instate.">bestowing</a> <a href="/hebrew/3426.htm" title="3426: yêš (Adv) -- Being, substance, existence, is. ">wealth</a> <a href="/hebrew/157.htm" title="157: ’ō·hă·ḇay (V-Qal-Prtcpl-mpc:: 1cs) -- To love. Or raheb; a primitive root; to have affection for.">on those who love me</a> <a href="/hebrew/4390.htm" title="4390: ’ă·mal·lê (V-Piel-Imperf-1cs) -- To be full, to fill. Or malae; a primitive root, to fill or be full of, in a wide application.">and making</a> <a href="/hebrew/214.htm" title="214: wə·’ō·ṣə·rō·ṯê·hem (Conj-w:: N-mpc:: 3mp) -- Treasure, store, a treasury, storehouse. From 'atsar; a depository.">their treasuries full.</a> </span><span class="reftext">22</span>The LORD created me as His first course, before His works of old.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/james/1-5.htm">James 1:5</a></span><br />Now if any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/6-33.htm">Matthew 6:33</a></span><br />But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things will be added unto you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/3-13.htm">1 Kings 3:13</a></span><br />Moreover, I will give you what you did not request—both riches and honor—so that during all your days no man in any kingdom will be your equal.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/colossians/2-3.htm">Colossians 2:3</a></span><br />in whom are hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_corinthians/1-30.htm">1 Corinthians 1:30</a></span><br />It is because of Him that you are in Christ Jesus, who has become for us wisdom from God: our righteousness, holiness, and redemption.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/112-3.htm">Psalm 112:3</a></span><br />Wealth and riches are in his house, and his righteousness endures forever.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ephesians/1-18.htm">Ephesians 1:18</a></span><br />I ask that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened, so that you may know the hope of His calling, the riches of His glorious inheritance in the saints,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_chronicles/1-11.htm">2 Chronicles 1:11-12</a></span><br />God said to Solomon, “Since this was in your heart instead of requesting riches or wealth or honor for yourself or death for your enemies—and since you have not even requested long life but have asked for wisdom and knowledge to govern My people over whom I have made you king— / therefore wisdom and knowledge have been granted to you. And I will also give you riches and wealth and honor unlike anything given to the kings before you or after you.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/12-31.htm">Luke 12:31</a></span><br />But seek His kingdom, and these things will be added unto you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/job/22-25.htm">Job 22:25</a></span><br />then the Almighty will be your gold and the finest silver for you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/45-3.htm">Isaiah 45:3</a></span><br />I will give you the treasures of darkness and the riches hidden in secret places, so that you may know that I am the LORD, the God of Israel, who calls you by name.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_timothy/6-17.htm">1 Timothy 6:17</a></span><br />Instruct those who are rich in the present age not to be conceited and not to put their hope in the uncertainty of wealth, but in God, who richly provides all things for us to enjoy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/37-4.htm">Psalm 37:4</a></span><br />Delight yourself in the LORD, and He will give you the desires of your heart.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/8-32.htm">Romans 8:32</a></span><br />He who did not spare His own Son but gave Him up for us all, how will He not also, along with Him, freely give us all things?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/deuteronomy/8-18.htm">Deuteronomy 8:18</a></span><br />But remember that it is the LORD your God who gives you the power to gain wealth, in order to confirm His covenant that He swore to your fathers even to this day.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">That I may cause those that love me to inherit substance; and I will fill their treasures.</p><p class="hdg">to inherit</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/8-18.htm">Proverbs 8:18</a></b></br> Riches and honour <i>are</i> with me; <i>yea</i>, durable riches and righteousness.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/1-13.htm">Proverbs 1:13</a></b></br> We shall find all precious substance, we shall fill our houses with spoil:</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/6-31.htm">Proverbs 6:31</a></b></br> But <i>if</i> he be found, he shall restore sevenfold; he shall give all the substance of his house.</p><p class="hdg">fill</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/16-11.htm">Psalm 16:11</a></b></br> Thou wilt shew me the path of life: in thy presence <i>is</i> fulness of joy; at thy right hand <i>there are</i> pleasures for evermore.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/ephesians/3-19.htm">Ephesians 3:19,20</a></b></br> And to know the love of Christ, which passeth knowledge, that ye might be filled with all the fulness of God… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/revelation/21-7.htm">Revelation 21:7</a></b></br> He that overcometh shall inherit all things; and I will be his God, and he shall be my son.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/romans/5-21.htm">Bestowing</a> <a href="/proverbs/8-20.htm">Cause</a> <a href="/psalms/72-1.htm">Endow</a> <a href="/proverbs/7-18.htm">Fill</a> <a href="/psalms/110-6.htm">Filling</a> <a href="/proverbs/7-20.htm">Full</a> <a href="/proverbs/3-35.htm">Heritage</a> <a href="/proverbs/3-35.htm">Inherit</a> <a href="/proverbs/8-17.htm">Love</a> <a href="/proverbs/6-13.htm">Making</a> <a href="/proverbs/3-10.htm">Store-Houses</a> <a href="/proverbs/8-18.htm">Substance</a> <a href="/proverbs/2-4.htm">Treasures</a> <a href="/psalms/135-7.htm">Treasuries</a> <a href="/proverbs/8-18.htm">Wealth</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/acts/15-8.htm">Bestowing</a> <a href="/proverbs/10-10.htm">Cause</a> <a href="/exodus/22-16.htm">Endow</a> <a href="/proverbs/12-21.htm">Fill</a> <a href="/isaiah/6-1.htm">Filling</a> <a href="/proverbs/9-12.htm">Full</a> <a href="/proverbs/11-29.htm">Heritage</a> <a href="/proverbs/11-29.htm">Inherit</a> <a href="/proverbs/8-36.htm">Love</a> <a href="/proverbs/8-28.htm">Making</a> <a href="/jeremiah/10-13.htm">Store-Houses</a> <a href="/proverbs/10-3.htm">Substance</a> <a href="/proverbs/10-2.htm">Treasures</a> <a href="/isaiah/39-4.htm">Treasuries</a> <a href="/proverbs/10-2.htm">Wealth</a><div class="vheading2">Proverbs 8</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/8-1.htm">the fame</a></span><br><span class="reftext">6. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/8-6.htm">and evidence of wisdom</a></span><br><span class="reftext">10. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/8-10.htm">The excellence</a></span><br><span class="reftext">12. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/8-12.htm">the nature</a></span><br><span class="reftext">15. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/8-15.htm">the power</a></span><br><span class="reftext">18. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/8-18.htm">the riches</a></span><br><span class="reftext">22. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/8-22.htm">and the eternity of wisdom</a></span><br><span class="reftext">32. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/8-32.htm">Wisdom is to be desired for the blessedness it brings</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; 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In biblical context, wealth is often seen as a blessing from God, but it is not limited to material riches. The wealth here can also be understood as spiritual prosperity, wisdom, and understanding. In the Old Testament, figures like Solomon, who asked for wisdom, were granted both wisdom and material wealth (<a href="/1_kings/3-10.htm">1 Kings 3:10-13</a>). This reflects the principle that when one prioritizes divine wisdom, other blessings follow. The love for wisdom is akin to the love for God, as wisdom is personified and often seen as a representation of God's own character and truth.<p><b>and making their treasuries full</b><br>The imagery of full treasuries suggests abundance and sufficiency. In ancient times, treasuries were not only places for storing wealth but also symbols of security and stability. This phrase implies that those who pursue wisdom will find their lives enriched in various dimensions. The fullness of treasuries can be seen as a metaphor for a life filled with peace, joy, and fulfillment, which are the true riches that wisdom offers. This connects to the New Testament teaching where Jesus speaks of storing treasures in heaven (<a href="/matthew/6-19.htm">Matthew 6:19-21</a>), emphasizing eternal values over temporal wealth. Wisdom, as a type of Christ, offers a foretaste of the eternal riches found in a relationship with Him.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/w/wisdom.htm">Wisdom</a></b><br>In <a href="/bsb/proverbs/8.htm">Proverbs 8</a>, Wisdom is personified and speaks as if she were a person. This chapter is a poetic depiction of Wisdom calling out to people, offering guidance and blessings to those who heed her voice.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/s/solomon.htm">Solomon</a></b><br>The author of Proverbs, King Solomon, is known for his wisdom, which he received from God. His writings often emphasize the value of wisdom and understanding.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/i/israel.htm">Israel</a></b><br>The original audience of Proverbs, the people of Israel, were encouraged to seek wisdom as a means to live righteously and in accordance with God's will.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_value_of_loving_wisdom.htm">The Value of Loving Wisdom</a></b><br>Loving wisdom is not just an intellectual pursuit but a heartfelt commitment. It involves prioritizing God's truth and guidance in our lives.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/s/spiritual_and_material_blessings.htm">Spiritual and Material Blessings</a></b><br>While the verse speaks of wealth, it is important to understand that the blessings of wisdom are both spiritual and material. True wealth includes peace, understanding, and a right relationship with God.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_obedience.htm">The Role of Obedience</a></b><br>Loving wisdom implies obedience to God's commands. As we align our lives with His principles, we open ourselves to His blessings.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/w/wisdom_as_a_lifelong_pursuit.htm">Wisdom as a Lifelong Pursuit</a></b><br>Seeking wisdom is a continuous journey. It requires daily dedication to learning and applying God's Word in our lives.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/trusting_in_god's_provision.htm">Trusting in God's Provision</a></b><br>The promise of full treasuries reminds us to trust in God's provision. As we seek His wisdom, we can be confident that He will meet our needs.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_proverbs_8.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Proverbs 8</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_is_human_dignity_in_the_bible.htm">How can we wisely manage our resources and finances?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_do_poor_devout_reconcile_psalm_112_3.htm">Psalm 112:3 declares that the righteous will enjoy wealth and riches; how does this reconcile with devout individuals who remain poor and persecuted throughout history?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_does_proverbs_28_8_relate_to_banks.htm">How does 'whoever increases wealth by taking interest or profit' (Proverbs 28:8) align with modern banking systems that seem beneficial yet charge interest?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/bible's_view_on_church_finances.htm">What does the Bible say about church finances?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/proverbs/8.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(21) <span class= "bld">That I may cause those that love me to inherit substance.</span>--The work which each one by my help shall do will be stored up for him in heaven (<a href="/matthew/6-20.htm" title="But lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust does corrupt, and where thieves do not break through nor steal:">Matthew 6:20</a>), it will be as "gold tried in the fire" (<a href="/revelation/3-18.htm" title="I counsel you to buy of me gold tried in the fire, that you may be rich; and white raiment, that you may be clothed, and that the shame of your nakedness do not appear; and anoint your eyes with eye salve, that you may see.">Revelation 3:18</a>), which will abide the trial of "the day" (<a href="/1_corinthians/3-13.htm" title="Every man's work shall be made manifest: for the day shall declare it, because it shall be revealed by fire; and the fire shall try every man's work of what sort it is.">1Corinthians 3:13</a>).<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/proverbs/8.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 21.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">That I may cause those that</span> <span class="cmt_word">love me to inherit substance;</span> <span class="hebrew">יֵשׁ</span> (<span class="accented">yesh</span>), <span class="greek">ὕπαρξις</span>, "real, valuable possessions." Those who love Wisdom will walk in her path, follow her leading, and therefore, doing God's will, will be blessed with success. Such will lay up treasure in heaven, will provide bags which wax not old, will be preparing for "an inheritance incorruptible, and undefiled, and that fadeth not away" (<a href="/matthew/6-20.htm">Matthew 6:20</a>; <a href="/luke/12-33.htm">Luke 12:33</a>; <a href="/1_peter/1-4.htm">1 Peter 1:4</a>). The LXX. here inserts a paragraph as a kind of introduction to the important section which follows: "If I declare unto you the things which daily befall, I will remember to recount the things of eternity;" <span class="accented">i.e.</span> thus far I have spoken of the advantages derived from Wisdom in daily circumstances; now I proceed to narrate her origin and her doings from all eternity. But the addition appears awkward, and is probably not now in its original position. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/proverbs/8-21.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">bestowing</span><br /><span class="heb">לְהַנְחִ֖יל</span> <span class="translit">(lə·han·ḥîl)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-l | Verb - Hifil - Infinitive construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5157.htm">Strong's 5157: </a> </span><span class="str2">To inherit, to occupy, to bequeath, distribute, instate</span><br /><br /><span class="word">wealth</span><br /><span class="heb">יֵ֑שׁ</span> <span class="translit">(yêš)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adverb<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3426.htm">Strong's 3426: </a> </span><span class="str2">Being, substance, existence, is</span><br /><br /><span class="word">on those who love me,</span><br /><span class="heb">אֹהֲבַ֥י ׀</span> <span class="translit">(’ō·hă·ḇay)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine plural construct | first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_157.htm">Strong's 157: </a> </span><span class="str2">To have affection f</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and making</span><br /><span class="heb">אֲמַלֵּֽא׃</span> <span class="translit">(’ă·mal·lê)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Piel - Imperfect - first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4390.htm">Strong's 4390: </a> </span><span class="str2">To fill, be full of</span><br /><br /><span class="word">their treasuries {full}.</span><br /><span class="heb">וְאֹצְרֹ֖תֵיהֶ֣ם</span> <span class="translit">(wə·’ō·ṣə·rō·ṯê·hem)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_214.htm">Strong's 214: </a> </span><span class="str2">Treasure, store, a treasury, storehouse</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/proverbs/8-21.htm">Proverbs 8:21 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/proverbs/8-21.htm">Proverbs 8:21 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/proverbs/8-21.htm">Proverbs 8:21 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/proverbs/8-21.htm">Proverbs 8:21 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/proverbs/8-21.htm">Proverbs 8:21 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/proverbs/8-21.htm">Proverbs 8:21 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/proverbs/8-21.htm">Proverbs 8:21 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/proverbs/8-21.htm">Proverbs 8:21 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/proverbs/8-21.htm">Proverbs 8:21 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/proverbs/8-21.htm">Proverbs 8:21 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/proverbs/8-21.htm">OT Poetry: Proverbs 8:21 That I may give wealth to those (Prov. 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