Proverbs 9:2

“She hath killed her beasts, etc.] Or, “her sacrifice”f245: a crucified Christ, the principal of the provisions in Wisdom’s house, or the church of Christ. The death of Christ was prefigured by the slaying of beasts for sacrifice under the old law; was foretold in prophecy, and is expressed by “killing” him in the New Testament; and which shows his death not to be natural, but violent. It is commonly ascribed to the Jews as a wicked action of theirs; but was not without the counsel and determination of God, and the will and consent of Christ; and this death was as a victim to justice, by way of sacrifice and satisfaction for sin, and was vicarious; was offered up in the room and stead of his…”

“mingled--to enhance the flavor (Pro 23:30; Isa 5:22). furnished--literally, "set out," "arranged."”

“Mingled her wine - i. e., with myrrh and other spices, to give flavor and strength. return to 'Top of Page'”

“Killed - Made provision for the guests. Mingled - With water, as they used to do in those hot countries. Furnished - With all necessaries, and now waits for the guests. Proverbs 9:3”

“9:2 In the ancient Near East, a great banquet would accompany a marriage, a military victory, or the making of a treaty. Wisdom’s celebration marks the beginning of a committed relationship with the hearer.”

“killed: Isa 25:6; Mat 22:3, Mat 22:4-14; Co1 5:7, Co1 5:8 beasts: Heb. killing, Gen 43:16 mingled: Pro 9:5, Pro 23:30; Luk 14:17 Proverbs 9:3”