What does Proverbs 4:22 mean?

Proverbs 4:22 highlights themes such as life, health, wisdom when read in context.

How should I apply Proverbs 4:22 today?

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

For they are life unto those that find them, and health to all their flesh.

20My son, attend to my words; incline thine ear unto my sayings.

21Let them not depart from thine eyes; keep them in the midst of thine heart.

22For they are life unto those that find them, and health to all their flesh.

23Keep thy heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of life.

24Put away from thee a froward mouth, and perverse lips put far from thee.

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John 6:63
Jesus speaks of His words bringing life, similar to the life-giving nature of wisdom.
Proverbs 3:8
Both verses emphasize the health benefits of following wisdom.
Romans 8:6
This verse contrasts the mind of the flesh with the mind of the Spirit, linking to the theme of life.