Proverbs 22:21
That I might make thee know the certainty of the words of truth; that thou mightest answer the words of truth to them that send unto thee?
Original Language Analysis
לְהוֹדִֽיעֲךָ֗
That I might make thee know
H3045
לְהוֹדִֽיעֲךָ֗
That I might make thee know
Strong's:
H3045
Word #:
1 of 8
to know (properly, to ascertain by seeing); used in a great variety of senses, figuratively, literally, euphemistically and inferentially (including o
אֱ֝מֶ֗ת
of truth
H571
אֱ֝מֶ֗ת
of truth
Strong's:
H571
Word #:
4 of 8
stability; (figuratively) certainty, truth, trustworthiness
לְהָשִׁ֥יב
that thou mightest answer
H7725
לְהָשִׁ֥יב
that thou mightest answer
Strong's:
H7725
Word #:
5 of 8
to turn back (hence, away) transitively or intransitively, literally or figuratively (not necessarily with the idea of return to the starting point);
Historical Context
Israelite covenant promised life and blessing for obedience. While the gospel fulfills this through Christ, the principle remains: those who pursue God find abundant life.
Questions for Reflection
- Are you actively pursuing righteousness and mercy in daily life?
- What specific practices can you adopt to seek justice and show compassion more consistently?
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Analysis & Commentary
Pursuing 'righteousness and mercy' leads to finding 'life, righteousness, and honour.' Those who seek to live justly and show compassion receive abundant blessing—true life (not mere existence), established righteousness, and honorable reputation. This isn't works-righteousness but describing the path of true discipleship. Those genuinely converted pursue godliness and mercy because they've been transformed. Such pursuit brings blessing both temporal and eternal. The threefold reward—life, righteousness, honor—encompasses comprehensive flourishing. This reflects Jesus' teaching: seek first God's kingdom and righteousness, and all necessary things will be added. Right priorities produce right outcomes.