“She shall give to thine head an ornament of grace: a crown of glory shall she deliver to thee.”
Wisdom's gifts of honor: 'She will set a garland on your head and present you with a crown of splendor.' The imagery elevates from the chains and garlands of chapter 1 to a crown. 'Garland' (lilyat chen) and 'crown of splendor' (ateret tif'eret) are images of royal dignity and honor. These are not material crowns in the literal sense but metaphors for the dignity and respect that wisdom bestows. The young person who embraces wisdom will be seen as honored, esteemed, worthy of respect. This verse speaks to the young person's hunger for honor and dignity, assuring him that wisdom provides these goods authentically and sustainably.
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