At the beginning of chapter three, we see a promise that is repeated through most of Proverbs, that wisdom will give long life. The promise of long life is a feature of wisdom and following God. However, we have the record of Scriptures, history, and life which says this isn't always the case. So what is the deal?
There is a popular song that says, "Only the good die young." I, being a little cynical, want to ask good at what? However, the idea does seem to have a large following, but is it true? First, I think first we do have to answer the question who or what is good? Biblically speaking none of us are truly good, only God is. If you are thinking of good people according to our relative definition then, yes, good people die young.
So what is the truth? I have to say from my own observations that by in large, those who apply the wisdom of God do live longer and are by average do better. However, we live in a fallen and broken world where bad things happen and selfish people do things that can and do hurt those who are doing right. The principle is true, but the application is often broken when people interfere. The one promise we do have is ultimately God will make all things right.
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