Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Proverbs 1:4 Cross-References
Explore 17 cross-references for Proverbs 1:4 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Proverbs chapter 1 verse 4 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“To give subtilty to the simple, to the young man knowledge and discretion. discretion: or, advisement”
Proverbs 1:4 (KJV)
Commentary on Proverbs 1:4
This verse identifies wisdom's intended recipients: the simple (peti - naive, easily seduced) who need prudence (ormah - shrewdness, discretion), and youth who need knowledge and discretion. The 'simple' aren't morally corrupt but lack experience and discernment, making them vulnerable to folly. Wisdom literature aims to equip the inexperienced with practical godliness before life's hard lessons teach through painful consequences. This reflects God's gracious provision of instruction preventing needless suffering.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Proverbs 1:4
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“understand prudence. You fools”
“I love them that love me; and those that seek me early shall find me.”
“Wherewithal shall a young man cleanse his way? by taking heed thereto according to thy word.”
“she says to him”
“The entrance of thy words giveth light; it giveth understanding unto the simple.”
“let them not depart from your eyes. Keep sound wisdom and discretion:”
“a road”
“exhort the younger men to be sober minded;”