What is the meaning of Proverbs 15:3? The eyes of the LORD • Scripture pictures God with “eyes,” reminding us that He is a personal, attentive Being, not an impersonal force. • Psalm 33:18 notes, “Surely the eyes of the LORD are on those who fear Him…”. • 2 Chronicles 16:9 echoes, “For the eyes of the LORD roam to and fro throughout the whole earth…”. • Because the Lord watches, we can live confidently, knowing He sees even what others miss. are in every place • God’s sight is not limited by geography, darkness, or distance. – Jeremiah 23:24 asks, “Can anyone hide in secret places so that I cannot see him?”. – Psalm 139:7-10 affirms He is present “if I rise on the wings of the dawn… even there Your hand will guide me” (BSB, excerpt). • His omnipresence comforts believers and restrains evil, since no deed escapes His notice. • Practical take-away: wherever we go—home, work, online—His presence is already there. observing the evil and the good • God’s gaze is impartial: He monitors both rebellion and righteousness. – Job 34:21: “His eyes are on the ways of a man; He sees his every step”. – Hebrews 4:13: “Nothing in all creation is hidden… everything is uncovered”. • For the wicked, His watchfulness warns of sure judgment (2 Corinthians 5:10). • For the faithful, His watchfulness promises reward and assurance (Psalm 34:15). summary Proverbs 15:3 reminds us that the Lord’s all-seeing eyes are everywhere, beholding both evil and good. His constant, comprehensive awareness encourages holy living, comforts the righteous, and cautions the sinner: nothing is hidden, and everything matters to Him. |