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From his mouth come knowledge and understanding.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/proverbs/2.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />For the LORD gives wisdom; from his mouth come knowledge and understanding;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/proverbs/2.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />For the LORD gives wisdom; from His mouth come knowledge and understanding.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/proverbs/2.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />For the LORD giveth wisdom: out of his mouth <i>cometh</i> knowledge and understanding.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/proverbs/2.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />For the LORD gives wisdom; From His mouth <i>come</i> knowledge and understanding;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/proverbs/2.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />For the LORD gives wisdom; From His mouth <i>come</i> knowledge and understanding.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/proverbs/2.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />For the LORD gives wisdom; From His mouth come knowledge and understanding.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/proverbs/2.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />For the LORD gives wisdom; From His mouth <i>come</i> knowledge and understanding.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/proverbs/2.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />For Yahweh gives wisdom; From His mouth <i>come</i> knowledge and discernment.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/proverbs/2.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />For the LORD gives [skillful and godly] wisdom; From His mouth come knowledge and understanding.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/proverbs/2.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />For the LORD gives wisdom; from his mouth come knowledge and understanding.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/proverbs/2.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />For the LORD gives wisdom; from His mouth come knowledge and understanding. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/proverbs/2.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />For Jehovah giveth wisdom; Out of his mouth cometh knowledge and understanding:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/proverbs/2.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />All wisdom comes from the LORD, and so do common sense and understanding. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/proverbs/2.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />For the LORD giveth wisdom; out of his mouth cometh knowledge and understanding:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/proverbs/2.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />The LORD gives wisdom. From his mouth come knowledge and understanding.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/proverbs/2.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />It is the LORD who gives wisdom; from him come knowledge and understanding. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/proverbs/2.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />For the LORD gives wisdom, and from his mouth come knowledge and understanding.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/proverbs/2.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />For the LORD gives wisdom; from His mouth come knowledge and understanding.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/proverbs/2.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />For the LORD gives wisdom, and from his mouth comes knowledge and understanding. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/proverbs/2.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />For the LORD gives wisdom. Out of his mouth comes knowledge and understanding.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/proverbs/2.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />For the LORD giveth wisdom: out of his mouth cometh knowledge and understanding.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/proverbs/2.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />For Yahweh gives wisdom. Out of his mouth comes knowledge and understanding. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/proverbs/2.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />For YHWH gives wisdom, "" Knowledge and understanding from His mouth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/proverbs/2.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> For Jehovah giveth wisdom, From His mouth knowledge and understanding.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/proverbs/2.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />For Jehovah will give wisdom: from his mouth knowledge and understanding.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/proverbs/2.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Because the Lord giveth wisdom: and out of his mouth cometh prudence and knowledge. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/proverbs/2.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />For the Lord bestows wisdom, and out of his mouth, prudence and knowledge.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/proverbs/2.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />For the LORD gives wisdom, from his mouth come knowledge and understanding; <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/proverbs/2.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />For the LORD gives wisdom; from his mouth come knowledge and understanding;<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/proverbs/2.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />For it is the LORD who gives wisdom; out of his mouth come knowledge and understanding.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/proverbs/2.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />Because LORD JEHOVAH gives wisdom, and from his mouth, knowledge and understanding.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/proverbs/2.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />For the LORD giveth wisdom, Out of His mouth cometh knowledge and discernment;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/proverbs/2.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />For the Lord gives wisdom; and from his presence <i>come</i> knowledge and understanding,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/proverbs/2-6.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=248" 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/2.htm">The Benefits of Wisdom</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">5</span>then you will discern the fear of the LORD and discover the knowledge of God. <span class="reftext">6</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/3588.htm" title="3588: kî- (Conj) -- That, for, when. ">For</a> <a href="/hebrew/3068.htm" title="3068: Yah·weh (N-proper-ms) -- The proper name of the God of Israel. From hayah; self-Existent or Eternal; Jehovah, Jewish national name of God.">the LORD</a> <a href="/hebrew/5414.htm" title="5414: yit·tên (V-Qal-Imperf-3ms) -- To give, put, set. A primitive root; to give, used with greatest latitude of application.">gives</a> <a href="/hebrew/2451.htm" title="2451: ḥāḵ·māh (N-fs) -- Wisdom. From chakam; wisdom.">wisdom;</a> <a href="/hebrew/6310.htm" title="6310: mip·pîw (Prep-m:: N-msc:: 3ms) -- Mouth. From pa'ah; the mouth, whether literal or figurative; specifically edge, portion or side; adverbially according to.">from His mouth</a> <a href="/hebrew/1847.htm" title="1847: da·‘aṯ (N-fs) -- Knowledge. From yada'; knowledge.">come knowledge</a> <a href="/hebrew/8394.htm" title="8394: ū·ṯə·ḇū·nāh (Conj-w:: N-fs) -- An understanding. And tbuwnah; or towbunah; from biyn; intelligence; by implication, an argument; by extension, caprice.">and understanding.</a> </span><span class="reftext">7</span>He stores up sound wisdom for the upright; He is a shield to those who walk with integrity,…<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="/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="/job/12-13.htm">Job 12:13</a></span><br />Wisdom and strength belong to God; counsel and understanding are His.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/daniel/2-21.htm">Daniel 2:21</a></span><br />He changes the times and seasons; He removes kings and establishes them. He gives wisdom to the wise and knowledge to the discerning.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/111-10.htm">Psalm 111:10</a></span><br />The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom; all who follow His precepts gain rich understanding. His praise endures forever!<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="/isaiah/11-2.htm">Isaiah 11:2</a></span><br />The Spirit of the LORD will rest on Him—the Spirit of wisdom and understanding, the Spirit of counsel and strength, the Spirit of knowledge and fear of the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ecclesiastes/2-26.htm">Ecclesiastes 2:26</a></span><br />To the man who is pleasing in His sight, He gives wisdom and knowledge and joy, but to the sinner He assigns the task of gathering and accumulating that which he will hand over to one who pleases God. This too is futile and a pursuit of the wind.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ephesians/1-17.htm">Ephesians 1:17</a></span><br />that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the glorious Father, may give you a spirit of wisdom and revelation in your knowledge of Him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/119-98.htm">Psalm 119:98-100</a></span><br />Your commandments make me wiser than my enemies, for they are always with me. / I have more insight than all my teachers, for Your testimonies are my meditation. / I discern more than the elders, for I obey Your precepts.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/3-9.htm">1 Kings 3:9-12</a></span><br />Therefore give Your servant an understanding heart to judge Your people and to discern between good and evil. For who is able to govern this great people of Yours?” / Now it pleased the Lord that Solomon had made this request. / So God said to him, “Since you have asked for this instead of requesting long life or wealth for yourself or death for your enemies—but you have asked for discernment to administer justice— ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_timothy/3-15.htm">2 Timothy 3:15</a></span><br />From infancy you have known the Holy Scriptures, which are able to make you wise for salvation through faith in Christ Jesus.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/33-3.htm">Jeremiah 33:3</a></span><br />Call to Me, and I will answer and show you great and unsearchable things you do not know.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/21-15.htm">Luke 21:15</a></span><br />For I will give you speech and wisdom that none of your adversaries will be able to resist or contradict.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/19-7.htm">Psalm 19:7</a></span><br />The Law of the LORD is perfect, reviving the soul; the testimony of the LORD is trustworthy, making wise the simple.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">For the LORD gives wisdom: out of his mouth comes knowledge and understanding.</p><p class="hdg">the lord</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/exodus/31-3.htm">Exodus 31:3</a></b></br> And I have filled him with the spirit of God, in wisdom, and in understanding, and in knowledge, and in all manner of workmanship,</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/1_kings/3-9.htm">1 Kings 3:9,12</a></b></br> Give therefore thy servant an understanding heart to judge thy people, that I may discern between good and bad: for who is able to judge this thy so great a people? … </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/1_kings/4-29.htm">1 Kings 4:29</a></b></br> And God gave Solomon wisdom and understanding exceeding much, and largeness of heart, even as the sand that <i>is</i> on the sea shore.</p><p class="hdg">out</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/6-23.htm">Proverbs 6:23</a></b></br> For the commandment <i>is</i> a lamp; and the law <i>is</i> light; and reproofs of instruction <i>are</i> the way of life:</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/8-5.htm">Proverbs 8:5-9</a></b></br> O ye simple, understand wisdom: and, ye fools, be ye of an understanding heart… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/19-7.htm">Psalm 19:7</a></b></br> The law of the LORD <i>is</i> perfect, converting the soul: the testimony of the LORD <i>is</i> sure, making wise the simple.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/proverbs/2-3.htm">Discernment</a> <a href="/proverbs/2-2.htm">Gives</a> <a href="/psalms/149-6.htm">Mouth</a> <a href="/proverbs/1-2.htm">Reason</a> <a href="/proverbs/2-3.htm">Understanding</a> <a href="/proverbs/2-2.htm">Wisdom</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/proverbs/2-11.htm">Discernment</a> <a href="/proverbs/3-34.htm">Gives</a> <a href="/proverbs/4-5.htm">Mouth</a> <a href="/proverbs/3-5.htm">Reason</a> <a href="/proverbs/2-11.htm">Understanding</a> <a href="/proverbs/2-7.htm">Wisdom</a><div class="vheading2">Proverbs 2</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/2-1.htm">wisdom promises godliness to her children</a></span><br><span class="reftext">10. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/2-10.htm">and safety from evil company</a></span><br><span class="reftext">20. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/2-20.htm">and direction in good ways</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'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> <br /><br /> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/proverbs/2.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/proverbs/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/proverbs/2.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>For the LORD gives wisdom;</b><br>This phrase emphasizes that true wisdom originates from the LORD, highlighting the divine source of all understanding. In the biblical context, wisdom is not merely intellectual knowledge but a deep, spiritual insight that aligns with God's will. The Hebrew word for wisdom, "chokmah," often refers to skill in living according to God's design. This concept is echoed in <a href="/james/1-5.htm">James 1:5</a>, where believers are encouraged to ask God for wisdom, reinforcing the idea that wisdom is a gift from God. Historically, wisdom literature, including Proverbs, was highly valued in ancient Israelite culture, serving as a guide for righteous living.<p><b>from His mouth come knowledge and understanding.</b><br>This phrase suggests that knowledge and understanding are communicated directly by God, often through His Word. The imagery of God's mouth implies that Scripture is a primary means by which God imparts wisdom. This aligns with <a href="/2_timothy/3-16.htm">2 Timothy 3:16</a>, which states that all Scripture is God-breathed and useful for teaching. The connection to God's mouth also recalls the creation narrative in Genesis, where God speaks the world into existence, underscoring the power and authority of His words. In a broader biblical context, Jesus Christ is described as the Word made flesh (<a href="/john/1-14.htm">John 1:14</a>), embodying divine wisdom and understanding. This connection highlights the fulfillment of wisdom in the person of Christ, who perfectly reveals God's knowledge and understanding to humanity.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_lord.htm">The LORD (Yahweh)</a></b><br>The covenant name of God, emphasizing His eternal, self-existent nature and His relationship with His people.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/s/solomon.htm">Solomon</a></b><br>Traditionally considered the author of Proverbs, known for his God-given wisdom.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/i/israel.htm">Israel</a></b><br>The original audience of the Proverbs, a nation chosen by God to be a light to the nations.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/w/wisdom.htm">Wisdom</a></b><br>A central theme in Proverbs, often personified and depicted as a divine attribute that guides righteous living.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/k/knowledge_and_understanding.htm">Knowledge and Understanding</a></b><br>Gifts from God that enable discernment and righteous decision-making.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/s/source_of_wisdom.htm">Source of Wisdom</a></b><br>Recognize that true wisdom originates from God. It is not merely human insight but a divine gift.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_scripture.htm">The Role of Scripture</a></b><br>Understand that God's word is the primary means through which He imparts wisdom, knowledge, and understanding.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/s/seeking_wisdom.htm">Seeking Wisdom</a></b><br>Actively seek wisdom through prayer and study of the Scriptures, trusting that God is generous in giving wisdom to those who ask.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/l/living_wisely.htm">Living Wisely</a></b><br>Apply the wisdom received from God in daily life, making decisions that reflect His character and commands.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/r/reverence_for_god.htm">Reverence for God</a></b><br>Cultivate a deep reverence for God, as the fear of the Lord is foundational to gaining wisdom.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_proverbs_2.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Proverbs 2</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_can_non-believers_be_wise.htm">Proverbs 2:6 states wisdom comes solely from God—how does that square with clear evidence of wisdom among non-believers? </a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_defines_pragmatic_ethics.htm">What defines pragmatic ethics?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_is_conceptualism_in_philosophy.htm">What defines Conceptualism in philosophy?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/where_can_wise_counsel_be_found.htm">Where can wise counsel be found?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/proverbs/2.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(6) <span class= "bld">For the Lord giveth wisdom.</span>--As St. James (<a href="/proverbs/1-5.htm" title="A wise man will hear, and will increase learning; and a man of understanding shall attain to wise counsels:">Proverbs 1:5</a>) expresses it, He gives it to every man "liberally, and upbraideth not:" <span class= "ital">i.e., </span>blames him not for asking it.<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/proverbs/2.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 6.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">For the Lord giveth wisdom.</span> The Lord Jehovah is the only and true Source of wisdom. The truth stated here is also met with in <a href="/daniel/2-21.htm">Daniel 2:21</a>, "He giveth wisdom unto the wise, and knowledge to them that know understanding." He "giveth," or more properly, "will give" (<span class="hebrew">יִתֵּן</span> <span class="accented">yitten</span>, future of <span class="hebrew">נָתַן</span>, <span class="accented">nathan</span>), wisdom; but the connection requires us to understand that the assurance applies only to those who seek after it earnestly and truly (cf. <a href="/james/1-5.htm">James 1:5-7</a>). The two coefficients to our obtaining wisdom are our efforts and God's assistance. Solomon may be adduced as s striking exemplification of this; he asked for "an understanding heart," and God graciously granted his request (see <a href="/1_kings/3-9.htm">1 Kings 3:9, 12</a>). <span class="cmt_word">Out of his mouth</span> (<span class="hebrew">מִפִיו</span>, <span class="accented">mippiv</span>); <span class="accented">ex ore ejus</span>; God is here spoken of anthropologically. He is the true Teacher. The meaning is that God communicates wisdom through the medium of his Word (Delitzsch. Pi.). The law proceeds from his mouth (<a href="/job/22-22.htm">Job 22:22</a>). In the Book of Wisdom (7:25), "Wisdom is the breath of the power of God." His word is conveyed to us through men divinely inspired, and hence St. Peter (<a href="/2_peter/1-21.htm">2 Peter 1:21</a>) says that "holy men of old spake as they were moved by the Holy Ghost." <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/proverbs/2-6.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">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">the LORD</span><br /><span class="heb">יְ֭הוָה</span> <span class="translit">(Yah·weh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3068.htm">Strong's 3068: </a> </span><span class="str2">LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel</span><br /><br /><span class="word">gives</span><br /><span class="heb">יִתֵּ֣ן</span> <span class="translit">(yit·tên)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5414.htm">Strong's 5414: </a> </span><span class="str2">To give, put, set</span><br /><br /><span class="word">wisdom;</span><br /><span class="heb">חָכְמָ֑ה</span> <span class="translit">(ḥāḵ·māh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2451.htm">Strong's 2451: </a> </span><span class="str2">Wisdom</span><br /><br /><span class="word">from His mouth</span><br /><span class="heb">מִ֝פִּ֗יו</span> <span class="translit">(mip·pîw)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-m | Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6310.htm">Strong's 6310: </a> </span><span class="str2">The mouth, edge, portion, side, according to</span><br /><br /><span class="word">come knowledge</span><br /><span class="heb">דַּ֣עַת</span> <span class="translit">(da·‘aṯ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1847.htm">Strong's 1847: </a> </span><span class="str2">Knowledge</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and understanding.</span><br /><span class="heb">וּתְבוּנָֽה׃</span> <span class="translit">(ū·ṯə·ḇū·nāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8394.htm">Strong's 8394: </a> </span><span class="str2">Intelligence, an argument, caprice</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/proverbs/2-6.htm">Proverbs 2:6 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/proverbs/2-6.htm">Proverbs 2:6 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/proverbs/2-6.htm">Proverbs 2:6 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/proverbs/2-6.htm">Proverbs 2:6 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/proverbs/2-6.htm">Proverbs 2:6 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/proverbs/2-6.htm">Proverbs 2:6 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/proverbs/2-6.htm">Proverbs 2:6 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/proverbs/2-6.htm">Proverbs 2:6 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/proverbs/2-6.htm">Proverbs 2:6 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/proverbs/2-6.htm">Proverbs 2:6 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/proverbs/2-6.htm">OT Poetry: Proverbs 2:6 For Yahweh gives wisdom (Prov. 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