Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Proverbs 11:16 Cross-References
Explore 13 cross-references for Proverbs 11:16 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Proverbs chapter 11 verse 16 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“A gracious woman retaineth honour: and strong men retain riches.”
Proverbs 11:16 (KJV)
Commentary on Proverbs 11:16
A gracious woman retains honor, and strong men retain riches. The parallelism suggests that character (grace) brings honor just as strength brings wealth. The woman of grace (chen - favor, kindness) maintains respect and reputation. This verse values feminine virtue while acknowledging masculine strength, recognizing different contributions of men and women to society's welfare.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Proverbs 11:16
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“and beauty is vain; but a woman who fears Yahweh”
“which will not be taken away from her.,But one thing is needful: and Mary hath chosen that good part, which shall not be taken away from her.,,,,,,,,”
“a seller of purple”
“Blessed be Yahweh”
“they brought him into the upper chamber. All the widows stood by him weeping”
“in a way worthy of the saints”
“he commanded by letters that his wicked device”
“Hear, hear! Please say to Joab, 'Come near here, that I may speak with you.'”
“wherever this Good News is preached in the whole world”