John Trapp Complete Commentary - Proverbs 2:3
Pro 2:3 Yea, if thou criest after knowledge, [and] liftest up thy voice for understanding; Ver. 3. If thou criest after knowledge. ] Bene orasse est bene studuisse, said Luther. Knowledge is God’s gift (James 1:5 ; Jam 1:17 ), and must be sought at his hand, since he is "the Father of lights," and sells us "eye salve," Revelation 3:17 . And liftest up thy voice. ] As resolved to "give God no rest" till thou hast it. A dull suitor begs a denial. "Then shall men know if they follow on to... read more
John Trapp Complete Commentary - Proverbs 2:2
Pro 2:2 So that thou incline thine ear unto wisdom, [and] apply thine heart to understanding; Ver. 2. So that thou incline thine ear. ] Lie low at God’s feet, and say, "Speak, Lord, for thy servant heareth." His saints "sit down at his feet, every one to receive his word." Deu 33:3 They are compared to "a garden of cucumbers," Isa 1:8 which, when ripe, lie on the ground. Surely, as waters meet and rest in low valleys, so do God’s graces in lowly hearts. And apply thine heart. ] Attention of... read more