What does Proverbs 2:9 mean?

Proverbs 2:9 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply Proverbs 2:9 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

Then shalt thou understand righteousness, and judgment, and equity; yea, every good path.

7He layeth up sound wisdom for the righteous: he is a buckler to them that walk uprightly.

8He keepeth the paths of judgment, and preserveth the way of his saints.

9Then shalt thou understand righteousness, and judgment, and equity; yea, every good path.

10When wisdom entereth into thine heart, and knowledge is pleasant unto thy soul;

11Discretion shall preserve thee, understanding shall keep thee:

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