Proverbs 3:2

“For length of days, and long life, etc.] Or, “years of life”, or “lives”f54; a long life of usefulness and comfort here, and eternal life hereafter: the law of Moses promised a long life to the observers of it; but the Gospel of Christ brings an immortal life to light and promises to all believers in him that they shall not perish, but shall have everlasting life. “Length of days for ever and ever” was asked by Christ of his Father, (<192104>Psalm 21:4), and given him, and is in his right hand, (<200316>Proverbs 3:16); it is in his power to give, and he does give it to all his children, people, and followers, (<192104>Psalm 21:4 <431702>John 17:2); and peace shall they add to thee; the…”

“length . . . life--often promised as blessings (Psa 21:4; Psa 91:16). peace--includes prosperity (Psa 125:5). add--abound to thee.”

“Three words carry on the chain of blessings: (1) “Length of days” (see the Psalms 91:16 note); (2) “Years of life,” i. e., of a life worth living (compare Psalms 30:5; Psalms 42:8); (3) “Peace,” tranquility inward and outward, the serenity of life continuing through old age until death. Compare 1 Timothy 4:8. return to 'Top of Page'”

“3:2 Those who obey God’s laws are more likely to live many years; wickedness generally has negative physical and psychological consequences. However, evil people sometimes outlive righteous people (Eccl 7:15-18).”

“length: Pro 3:16, Pro 4:10, Pro 9:11; Job 5:26; Psa 34:11-14, Psa 91:16, Psa 128:6; Eph 6:1-3; Ti1 4:8 long life: Heb. years of life, Psa 21:4 and peace: Pro 3:17; Psa 119:165; Isa 32:17, Isa 57:19-21; Rom 5:1, Rom 14:17, Rom 15:13 Proverbs 3:3”