Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Proverbs 11:17 Cross-References
Explore 17 cross-references for Proverbs 11:17 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Proverbs chapter 11 verse 17 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“The merciful man doeth good to his own soul: but he that is cruel troubleth his own flesh.”
Proverbs 11:17 (KJV)
Commentary on Proverbs 11:17
The merciful man does good to his own soul, but he that is cruel troubles his own flesh. Mercy benefits the merciful person himself - kindness to others is ultimately self-blessing. Cruelty harms the cruel - brutality damages one's own humanity. This principle refutes purely utilitarian ethics while showing that virtue produces human flourishing. Mercy and cruelty both return to their source.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Proverbs 11:17
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“for they shall obtain mercy.”
“'Come”
“For he shall have judgment without mercy”
“but I seek for the fruit that increases to your account.”
“O king”
“Blessed is he that considereth the poor: the LORD will deliver him in time of trouble.”
“you rich”
“But this I say”
“gracious”