Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version bestowing a rich inheritance on those who love me and making their treasuries full. New Living Translation Those who love me inherit wealth. I will fill their treasuries. English Standard Version granting an inheritance to those who love me, and filling their treasuries. Berean Standard Bible bestowing wealth on those who love me and making their treasuries full. King James Bible That I may cause those that love me to inherit substance; and I will fill their treasures. New King James Version That I may cause those who love me to inherit wealth, That I may fill their treasuries. New American Standard Bible To endow those who love me with wealth, That I may fill their treasuries. NASB 1995 To endow those who love me with wealth, That I may fill their treasuries. NASB 1977 To endow those who love me with wealth, That I may fill their treasuries. Legacy Standard Bible To give those who love me an inheritance of wealth, That I may fill their treasuries. Amplified Bible That I may cause those who love me to inherit wealth and true riches, And that I may fill their treasuries. Christian Standard Bible giving wealth as an inheritance to those who love me, and filling their treasuries. Holman Christian Standard Bible giving wealth as an inheritance to those who love me, and filling their treasuries.” American Standard Version That I may cause those that love me to inherit substance, And that I may fill their treasuries. Contemporary English Version and I give great riches to everyone who loves me. English Revised Version That I may cause those that love me to inherit substance, and that I may fill their treasuries. GOD'S WORD® Translation to give an inheritance to those who love me and to fill their treasuries. Good News Translation giving wealth to those who love me, filling their houses with treasures. International Standard Version I bequeath wealth to those who love me, and I will fill their treasuries." Majority Standard Bible bestowing wealth on those who love me and making their treasuries full. NET Bible that I may cause those who love me to inherit wealth, and that I may fill their treasuries. New Heart English Bible That I may give wealth to those who love me. I fill their treasuries. Webster's Bible Translation That I may cause those that love me to inherit substance; and I will fill their treasures. World English Bible that I may give wealth to those who love me. I fill their treasuries. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionTo cause my lovers to inherit substance, "" Indeed, I fill their treasures. Young's Literal Translation To cause my lovers to inherit substance, Yea, their treasures I fill. Smith's Literal Translation To cause those loving me to inherit existence: and I will fill their treasures. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleThat I may enrich them that love me, and may fill their treasures. Catholic Public Domain Version so that I may enrich those who love me, and thus complete their treasures. New American Bible Granting wealth to those who love me, and filling their treasuries. New Revised Standard Version endowing with wealth those who love me, and filling their treasuries. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleThat I may cause those that love me to have hope; and I will fill their treasuries. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated That I might leave hope as an inheritance to my friends, and I shall fill their treasures. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917That I may cause those that love me to inherit substance, And that I may fill their treasuries. Brenton Septuagint Translation 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 also to recount the things of old. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Excellence of Wisdom…20I walk in the way of righteousness, along the paths of justice, 21bestowing wealth on those who love me and making their treasuries full. 22The LORD created me as His first course, before His works of old.… Cross References James 1:5 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. Matthew 6:33 But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things will be added unto you. 1 Kings 3:13 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. Colossians 2:3 in whom are hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge. 1 Corinthians 1:30 It is because of Him that you are in Christ Jesus, who has become for us wisdom from God: our righteousness, holiness, and redemption. Psalm 112:3 Wealth and riches are in his house, and his righteousness endures forever. Ephesians 1:18 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, 2 Chronicles 1:11-12 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.” Luke 12:31 But seek His kingdom, and these things will be added unto you. Job 22:25 then the Almighty will be your gold and the finest silver for you. Isaiah 45:3 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. 1 Timothy 6:17 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. Psalm 37:4 Delight yourself in the LORD, and He will give you the desires of your heart. Romans 8:32 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? Deuteronomy 8:18 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. Treasury of Scripture That I may cause those that love me to inherit substance; and I will fill their treasures. to inherit Proverbs 8:18 Riches and honour are with me; yea, durable riches and righteousness. Proverbs 1:13 We shall find all precious substance, we shall fill our houses with spoil: Proverbs 6:31 But if he be found, he shall restore sevenfold; he shall give all the substance of his house. fill Psalm 16:11 Thou wilt shew me the path of life: in thy presence is fulness of joy; at thy right hand there are pleasures for evermore. Ephesians 3:19,20 And to know the love of Christ, which passeth knowledge, that ye might be filled with all the fulness of God… Revelation 21:7 He that overcometh shall inherit all things; and I will be his God, and he shall be my son. Jump to Previous Bestowing Cause Endow Fill Filling Full Heritage Inherit Love Making Store-Houses Substance Treasures Treasuries WealthJump to Next Bestowing Cause Endow Fill Filling Full Heritage Inherit Love Making Store-Houses Substance Treasures Treasuries WealthProverbs 8 1. the fame6. and evidence of wisdom 10. The excellence 12. the nature 15. the power 18. the riches 22. and the eternity of wisdom 32. Wisdom is to be desired for the blessedness it brings bestowing wealth on those who love me This phrase highlights the promise of wisdom to those who earnestly seek and love it. 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 (1 Kings 3:10-13). 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. and making their treasuries full Persons / Places / Events 1. WisdomIn Proverbs 8, 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. 2. Solomon 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. 3. Israel 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. Teaching Points The Value of Loving WisdomLoving wisdom is not just an intellectual pursuit but a heartfelt commitment. It involves prioritizing God's truth and guidance in our lives. Spiritual and Material Blessings 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. The Role of Obedience Loving wisdom implies obedience to God's commands. As we align our lives with His principles, we open ourselves to His blessings. Wisdom as a Lifelong Pursuit Seeking wisdom is a continuous journey. It requires daily dedication to learning and applying God's Word in our lives. Trusting in God's Provision 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.(21) That I may cause those that love me to inherit substance.--The work which each one by my help shall do will be stored up for him in heaven (Matthew 6:20), it will be as "gold tried in the fire" (Revelation 3:18), which will abide the trial of "the day" (1Corinthians 3:13).Verse 21. - That I may cause those that love me to inherit substance; יֵשׁ (yesh), ὕπαρξις, "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" (Matthew 6:20; Luke 12:33; 1 Peter 1:4). 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;" i.e. 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. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew bestowingלְהַנְחִ֖יל (lə·han·ḥîl) Preposition-l | Verb - Hifil - Infinitive construct Strong's 5157: To inherit, to occupy, to bequeath, distribute, instate wealth יֵ֑שׁ (yêš) Adverb Strong's 3426: Being, substance, existence, is on those who love me, אֹהֲבַ֥י ׀ (’ō·hă·ḇay) Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine plural construct | first person common singular Strong's 157: To have affection f and making אֲמַלֵּֽא׃ (’ă·mal·lê) Verb - Piel - Imperfect - first person common singular Strong's 4390: To fill, be full of their treasuries {full}. וְאֹצְרֹ֖תֵיהֶ֣ם (wə·’ō·ṣə·rō·ṯê·hem) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine plural Strong's 214: Treasure, store, a treasury, storehouse Links Proverbs 8:21 NIVProverbs 8:21 NLT Proverbs 8:21 ESV Proverbs 8:21 NASB Proverbs 8:21 KJV Proverbs 8:21 BibleApps.com Proverbs 8:21 Biblia Paralela Proverbs 8:21 Chinese Bible Proverbs 8:21 French Bible Proverbs 8:21 Catholic Bible OT Poetry: Proverbs 8:21 That I may give wealth to those (Prov. 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