Proverbs 9:2 Meaning and Explanation
“She hath killed her beasts; she hath mingled her wine; she hath also furnished her table.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Wisdom's feast is fully prepared—meat, wine, and table await those ready to partake.
The Context of Proverbs 9:2
The feast metaphor shows wisdom's readiness to nourish all who seek her.
What Does Proverbs 9:2 Mean?
Wisdom completes her preparations with a full banquet: slaughtered animals providing meat, wine mixed and ready to drink, and a table properly set. Each element represents abundance and care. The mingling of wine (often with water and spices) shows attention to detail and hospitality. This is not a sparse or grudging offering.
The language emphasizes completion and abundance. By verse 2, wisdom has moved from the building phase (verse 1) to the readiness phase. Everything is prepared. The feast stands as an open invitation—those who come will find nourishment waiting, a picture of wisdom's generous supply to the hungry learner.
Proverbs 9:2 in the Original Language
tabal (טָבַל), 'mingled' — to dip, mix, or blend together deliberately for quality and flavor.
Frequently Asked Questions About Proverbs 9:2
What does Proverbs 9:2 mean?
Wisdom's feast is fully prepared—meat, wine, and table await those ready to partake.
What is the context of Proverbs 9:2?
The feast metaphor shows wisdom's readiness to nourish all who seek her.