Proverbs 8:17
“I loue them that loue me, and those that seeke me early, shall find me.”
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Proverbs 8:17 Context
15By me kings reigne, and princes decree iustice. 16By me Princes rule, and Nobles, euen all the Iudges of the earth. 17I loue them that loue me, and those that seeke me early, shall find me. 18Riches and honour are with me, yea durable riches and righteousnesse. 19My fruite is better then gold, yea then fine gold, and my reuenue then choise siluer.
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Other Translations for Proverbs 8:17
I love them that love me; and those that seek me early shall find me.
- King James Version
"I love those who love me; And those who diligently seek me will find me.
- New American Standard Version (1995)
I love them that love me; And those that seek me diligently shall find me.
- American Standard Version (1901)
Those who have given me their love are loved by me, and those who make search for me with care will get me.
- Basic English Bible
I love those that love me; and they that seek me early shall find me.
- Darby Bible
I love them that love me; and those that seek me early shall find me.
- Webster's Bible
I love those who love me. Those who seek me diligently will find me.
- World English Bible
I love those loving me, And those seeking me earnestly do find me.
- Youngs Literal Bible
I love them that love me, and those that seek me earnestly shall find me.
- Jewish Publication Society Bible
Wesley's Notes for Proverbs 8:17
8:17 I love - I do not despise their love, but kindly accept it and recompence it with my love and favour. Early - With sincere affection and diligence, which he mentions as the evidence of their love.