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For I have important things to tell you. Everything I say is right,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/proverbs/8.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />Hear, for I will speak noble things, and from my lips will come what is right,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/proverbs/8.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />Listen, for I speak of noble things, and the opening of my lips will reveal right.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/proverbs/8.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />Hear; for I will speak of excellent things; and the opening of my lips <i>shall be</i> right things.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/proverbs/8.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Listen, for I will speak of excellent things, And from the opening of my lips <i>will come</i> right things;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/proverbs/8.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />“Listen, for I will speak noble things; And the opening of my lips <i>will reveal</i> right things.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/proverbs/8.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />&#8220Listen, for I will speak noble things; And the opening of my lips will reveal right things.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/proverbs/8.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />“Listen, for I shall speak noble things; And the opening of my lips <i>will produce</i> right things.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/proverbs/8.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Listen, for I will speak noble things; And the opening of my lips <i>will reveal</i> upright things.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/proverbs/8.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />“Listen, for I will speak excellent <i>and</i> noble things; And the opening of my lips <i>will reveal</i> right things.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/proverbs/8.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Listen, for I speak of noble things, and what my lips say is right.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/proverbs/8.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Listen, for I speak of noble things, and what my lips say is right. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/proverbs/8.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Hear, for I will speak excellent things; And the opening of my lips shall be right things.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/proverbs/8.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />Listen, because what I say is worthwhile and right. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/proverbs/8.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />Hear, for I will speak excellent things; and the opening of my lips shall be right things.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/proverbs/8.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Listen! I am speaking about noble things, and my lips will say what is right.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/proverbs/8.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />Listen to my excellent words; all I tell you is right. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/proverbs/8.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Listen, because I have noble things to say, and what I have to say will reveal what is right.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/proverbs/8.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />Listen, for I speak of noble things, and the opening of my lips will reveal right.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/proverbs/8.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />Listen, for I will speak excellent things, and my lips will utter what is right. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/proverbs/8.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />Hear, for I will speak excellent things. The opening of my lips is for right things.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/proverbs/8.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Hear; for I will speak of excellent things; and the opening of my lips shall be right things.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/proverbs/8.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Hear, for I will speak excellent things. The opening of my lips is for right things. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/proverbs/8.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />Listen, for I speak noble things, "" And the opening of my lips [is] uprightness.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/proverbs/8.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> Hearken, for noble things I speak, And the opening of my lips is uprightness.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/proverbs/8.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Hear ye, for I will speak dear things; and the openings of my lips uprightnesses.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/proverbs/8.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Hear, for I will speak of great things: and my lips shall be opened to preach right things. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/proverbs/8.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />Listen, for I will speak about great things, and my lips will be opened, so as to foretell what is right.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/proverbs/8.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Listen! for noble things I speak; my lips proclaim honest words. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/proverbs/8.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Hear, for I will speak noble things, and from my lips will come what is right;<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/proverbs/8.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />Hear, for I will speak truth; and the opening of my mouth shall bring forth uprightness.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/proverbs/8.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />Hear me, because it is truth that I speak, and my mouth opens with uprightness.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/proverbs/8.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />Hear, for I will speak excellent things, And the opening of my lips shall be right things.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/proverbs/8.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />Hearken to me; for I will speak solemn <i>truths</i>; and will produce right <i>sayings</i> from my lips.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/proverbs/8-6.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=1328" 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">5</span>O simple ones, learn to be shrewd; O fools, gain understanding. <span class="reftext">6</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/8085.htm" title="8085: mə·‘ū (V-Qal-Imp-mp) -- To hear. A primitive root; to hear intelligently.">Listen,</a> <a href="/hebrew/3588.htm" title="3588: kî- (Conj) -- That, for, when. ">for</a> <a href="/hebrew/1696.htm" title="1696: ’ă·ḏab·bêr (V-Piel-Imperf-1cs) -- To speak. A primitive root; perhaps properly, to arrange; but used figuratively, to speak; rarely to subdue.">I speak</a> <a href="/hebrew/5057.htm" title="5057: nə·ḡî·ḏîm (N-mp) -- A leader, ruler, prince. Or nagid; from nagad; a commander, civil, military or religious; generally, honorable themes.">of noble things,</a> <a href="/hebrew/4669.htm" title="4669: ū·mip̄·taḥ (Conj-w:: N-msc) -- An opening, utterance. From pathach; an aperture, i.e. utterance.">and the opening</a> <a href="/hebrew/8193.htm" title="8193: p̄ā·ṯay (N-fdc:: 1cs) -- Or sepheth; probably from caphah or shaphah through the idea of termination; the lip; by implication, language; by analogy, a margin.">of my lips</a> <a href="/hebrew/4339.htm" title="4339: mê·šā·rîm (N-mp) -- Evenness, uprightness, equity. From yashar; evenness, i.e. prosperity or concord; also straightness, i.e. rectitude.">will reveal right.</a> </span><span class="reftext">7</span>For my mouth will speak the truth, and wickedness is detestable to my lips.…<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/3-17.htm">James 3:17</a></span><br />But the wisdom from above is first of all pure, then peace-loving, gentle, accommodating, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial, and sincere.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/119-130.htm">Psalm 119:130</a></span><br />The unfolding of Your words gives light; it informs the simple.<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="/john/7-16.htm">John 7:16-18</a></span><br />“My teaching is not My own,” Jesus replied. “It comes from Him who sent Me. / If anyone desires to do His will, he will know whether My teaching is from God or whether I speak on My own. / He who speaks on his own authority seeks his own glory, but He who seeks the glory of the One who sent Him is a man of truth; in Him there is no falsehood.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/19-7.htm">Psalm 19:7-9</a></span><br />The Law of the LORD is perfect, reviving the soul; the testimony of the LORD is trustworthy, making wise the simple. / The precepts of the LORD are right, bringing joy to the heart; the commandments of the LORD are radiant, giving light to the eyes. / The fear of the LORD is pure, enduring forever; the judgments of the LORD are true, being altogether righteous.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_corinthians/1-24.htm">1 Corinthians 1:24</a></span><br />but to those who are called, both Jews and Greeks, Christ the power of God and the wisdom of God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/55-3.htm">Isaiah 55:3</a></span><br />Incline your ear and come to Me; listen, so that your soul may live. I will make with you an everlasting covenant—My loving devotion promised to David.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/7-28.htm">Matthew 7:28-29</a></span><br />When Jesus had finished saying these things, the crowds were astonished at His teaching, / because He taught as one who had authority, and not as their scribes.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/37-30.htm">Psalm 37:30</a></span><br />The mouth of the righteous man utters wisdom, and his tongue speaks justice.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/6-63.htm">John 6:63</a></span><br />The Spirit gives life; the flesh profits nothing. The words I have spoken to you are spirit and they are life.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/49-3.htm">Psalm 49:3</a></span><br />My mouth will impart wisdom, and the meditation of my heart will bring understanding.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_corinthians/2-6.htm">1 Corinthians 2:6-7</a></span><br />Among the mature, however, we speak a message of wisdom—but not the wisdom of this age or of the rulers of this age, who are coming to nothing. / No, we speak of the mysterious and hidden wisdom of God, which He destined for our glory before time began.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/50-4.htm">Isaiah 50:4</a></span><br />The Lord GOD has given Me the tongue of discipleship, to sustain the weary with a word. He awakens Me morning by morning; He awakens My ear to listen as a disciple.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/4-22.htm">Luke 4:22</a></span><br />All spoke well of Him and marveled at the gracious words that came from His lips. “Isn’t this the son of Joseph?” they asked.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/78-1.htm">Psalm 78:1-2</a></span><br />A Maskil of Asaph. Give ear, O my people, to my instruction; listen to the words of my mouth. / I will open my mouth in parables; I will utter things hidden from the beginning,</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Hear; for I will speak of excellent things; and the opening of my lips shall be right things.</p><p class="hdg">for</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/2-6.htm">Proverbs 2:6,7</a></b></br> For the LORD giveth wisdom: out of his mouth <i>cometh</i> knowledge and understanding… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/4-2.htm">Proverbs 4:2,20,22</a></b></br> For I give you good doctrine, forsake ye not my law… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/22-20.htm">Proverbs 22:20,21</a></b></br> Have not I written to thee excellent things in counsels and knowledge, … </p><p class="hdg">the opening</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/job/33-1.htm">Job 33:1-3</a></b></br> Wherefore, Job, I pray thee, hear my speeches, and hearken to all my words… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/matthew/5-2.htm">Matthew 5:2</a></b></br> And he opened his mouth, and taught them, saying,</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/matthew/7-28.htm">Matthew 7:28,29</a></b></br> And it came to pass, when Jesus had ended these sayings, the people were astonished at his doctrine: … </p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/proverbs/7-24.htm">Ear</a> <a href="/psalms/150-2.htm">Excellent</a> <a href="/proverbs/5-7.htm">Hear</a> <a href="/proverbs/7-24.htm">Hearken</a> <a href="/proverbs/6-2.htm">Lips</a> <a href="/psalms/136-18.htm">Noble</a> <a href="/proverbs/7-12.htm">Open</a> <a href="/proverbs/8-3.htm">Opening</a> <a href="/job/20-27.htm">Reveal</a> <a href="/proverbs/5-23.htm">Right</a> <a href="/proverbs/6-22.htm">Speak</a> <a href="/proverbs/4-7.htm">True.</a> <a href="/proverbs/4-11.htm">Upright</a> <a href="/proverbs/4-11.htm">Uprightness</a> <a href="/proverbs/7-24.htm">Words</a> <a href="/psalms/145-3.htm">Worthy</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/proverbs/8-32.htm">Ear</a> <a href="/proverbs/12-4.htm">Excellent</a> <a href="/proverbs/8-33.htm">Hear</a> <a href="/proverbs/8-32.htm">Hearken</a> <a href="/proverbs/8-7.htm">Lips</a> <a href="/proverbs/8-16.htm">Noble</a> <a href="/proverbs/13-16.htm">Open</a> <a href="/proverbs/9-14.htm">Opening</a> <a href="/proverbs/18-2.htm">Reveal</a> <a href="/proverbs/8-9.htm">Right</a> <a href="/proverbs/8-7.htm">Speak</a> <a href="/proverbs/8-7.htm">True.</a> <a href="/proverbs/8-9.htm">Upright</a> <a href="/proverbs/14-2.htm">Uprightness</a> <a href="/proverbs/8-8.htm">Words</a> <a href="/proverbs/12-4.htm">Worthy</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 the Hebrew context, listening implies obedience and a readiness to act upon what is heard. This aligns with the Shema in <a href="/deuteronomy/6-4.htm">Deuteronomy 6:4</a>, where Israel is called to hear and obey God's commandments. The act of listening is foundational to acquiring wisdom, as seen throughout Proverbs.<p><b>For I speak of noble things</b><br>The speaker, personified as Wisdom, claims to speak of "noble things," which refers to matters of high moral and ethical value. In the ancient Near Eastern context, nobility was associated with righteousness and integrity. This phrase suggests that the teachings of wisdom are not only practical but also elevate one's character. The noble things can be seen as aligning with the virtues extolled in <a href="/philippians/4-8.htm">Philippians 4:8</a>, where believers are encouraged to think on things that are true, honorable, and just.<p><b>And the opening of my lips will reveal right</b><br>The phrase indicates that what Wisdom speaks is inherently true and just. The "opening of my lips" suggests a deliberate and thoughtful communication, contrasting with the careless words of the foolish. In biblical terms, "right" often refers to righteousness and justice, key themes in the prophetic literature, such as in <a href="/isaiah/1-17.htm">Isaiah 1:17</a>, where the call is to seek justice and correct oppression. This aligns with the character of Jesus Christ, who is described as the embodiment of truth and righteousness in <a href="/john/14-6.htm">John 14:6</a> and <a href="/1_corinthians/1-30.htm">1 Corinthians 1:30</a>.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/s/solomon.htm">Solomon</a></b><br>- Traditionally attributed as the author of Proverbs, Solomon was the son of King David and known for his wisdom.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/w/wisdom.htm">Wisdom</a></b><br>- Personified in <a href="/bsb/proverbs/8.htm">Proverbs 8</a>, Wisdom is depicted as a woman calling out to people, offering guidance and understanding.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_gates_of_the_city.htm">The Gates of the City</a></b><br>- In ancient times, city gates were places of gathering and decision-making, symbolizing where wisdom is needed and shared.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_call_to_listen.htm">The Call to Listen</a></b><br>Wisdom calls us to actively listen. In a world full of noise, discerning the voice of wisdom requires intentional focus and a heart open to God's truth.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/n/noble_speech.htm">Noble Speech</a></b><br>Our words should reflect the nobility and righteousness of wisdom. As believers, we are called to speak truth and life, aligning our speech with God's standards.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_source_of_wisdom.htm">The Source of Wisdom</a></b><br>True wisdom comes from God. By seeking His guidance through prayer and Scripture, we align ourselves with His noble and righteous ways.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/p/practical_application_of_wisdom.htm">Practical Application of Wisdom</a></b><br>Wisdom is not just theoretical; it is practical and applicable to daily life. We are encouraged to apply wisdom in our decisions, relationships, and actions.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_impact_of_right_speech.htm">The Impact of Right Speech</a></b><br>Our words have power. Speaking with wisdom can influence others positively and bring glory to God. We should strive to be conduits of His truth and love.<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/is_jesus_the_supreme_name.htm">What does the Bible say about respecting parents?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_is_god's_justice_shown_in_matt_25_24-30.htm">How can the harsh judgment on the servant in Matthew 25:24-30 be reconciled with a supposedly just and merciful God?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_does_god_hate_if_'god_is_love'.htm">Why does Proverbs 6:16-19 say God hates certain behaviors if 'God is love' elsewhere (e.g., 1 John 4:8)?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_the_bible_say_on_romance.htm">What is the biblical meaning of 'coarse jesting'?</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>(6) <span class= "ital"><span class= "bld">The</span> </span><span class= "bld">opening of my lips shall be right things.</span>--That is, <span class= "ital">I will open my mouth to speak them.</span><p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/proverbs/8.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 6.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">I will speak of excellent things;</span> <span class="accented">de rebus magnis</span>, Vulgate; <span class="greek">σεμνὰ γὰρ ἐρῶ</span>, Septuagint. The Hebrew <span class="accented">nagid</span> is elsewhere used of persons; <span class="accented">e.g.</span> a prince, leader (<a href="/1_samuel/9-16.htm">1 Samuel 9:16</a>; <a href="/1_chronicles/26-24.htm">1 Chronicles 26:24</a>); so it may here be best translated "princely," "noble" - an epithet which the subject matter of Wisdom's discourse fully confirms (comp. <a href="/proverbs/22-20.htm">Proverbs 22:20</a>, though the word there is different). Hitzig and others, following the Syriac, prefer the meaning, "plain, evident truths" (comp. ver. 9); but the former interpretation is most suitable. <span class="cmt_word">The opening of my lips shall be right things.</span> That which I announce when I open my mouth is just and right (<a href="/proverbs/23-16.htm">Proverbs 23:16</a>). Septuagint. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/proverbs/8-6.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">Listen,</span><br /><span class="heb">שִׁ֭מְעוּ</span> <span class="translit">(mə·‘ū)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8085.htm">Strong's 8085: </a> </span><span class="str2">To hear intelligently</span><br /><br /><span class="word">for</span><br /><span class="heb">כִּֽי־</span> <span class="translit">(kî-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunction<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> </span><span class="str2">A relative conjunction</span><br /><br /><span class="word">I speak</span><br /><span class="heb">אֲדַבֵּ֑ר</span> <span class="translit">(’ă·ḏab·bêr)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Piel - Imperfect - first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1696.htm">Strong's 1696: </a> </span><span class="str2">To arrange, to speak, to subdue</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of noble things,</span><br /><span class="heb">נְגִידִ֣ים</span> <span class="translit">(nə·ḡî·ḏîm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5057.htm">Strong's 5057: </a> </span><span class="str2">A commander, civil, military, religious, honorable themes</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and the opening</span><br /><span class="heb">וּמִפְתַּ֥ח</span> <span class="translit">(ū·mip̄·taḥ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4669.htm">Strong's 4669: </a> </span><span class="str2">An aperture, utterance</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of my lips</span><br /><span class="heb">שְׂ֝פָתַ֗י</span> <span class="translit">(p̄ā·ṯay)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - fdc | first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8193.htm">Strong's 8193: </a> </span><span class="str2">The lip, language, a margin</span><br /><br /><span class="word">[will reveal] right.</span><br /><span class="heb">מֵישָׁרִֽים׃</span> <span class="translit">(mê·šā·rîm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4339.htm">Strong's 4339: </a> </span><span class="str2">Evenness, prosperity, concord, straightness, rectitude</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/proverbs/8-6.htm">Proverbs 8:6 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/proverbs/8-6.htm">Proverbs 8:6 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/proverbs/8-6.htm">Proverbs 8:6 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/proverbs/8-6.htm">Proverbs 8:6 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/proverbs/8-6.htm">Proverbs 8:6 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/proverbs/8-6.htm">Proverbs 8:6 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/proverbs/8-6.htm">Proverbs 8:6 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/proverbs/8-6.htm">Proverbs 8:6 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/proverbs/8-6.htm">Proverbs 8:6 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/proverbs/8-6.htm">Proverbs 8:6 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/proverbs/8-6.htm">OT Poetry: Proverbs 8:6 Hear for I will speak excellent things (Prov. 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