Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Proverbs 11:27 Cross-References
Explore 6 cross-references for Proverbs 11:27 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Proverbs chapter 11 verse 27 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“He that diligently seeketh good procureth favour: but he that seeketh mischief, it shall come unto him.”
Proverbs 11:27 (KJV)
Commentary on Proverbs 11:27
He that diligently seeks good procures favor, but he that seeks mischief, it shall come unto him. Pursuing good brings favor; pursuing evil brings evil upon oneself. This principle presents moral universe as responsive - what you seek, you find; what you pursue, pursues you. The verse promises both reward for righteousness and retribution for wickedness built into reality's moral structure.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Proverbs 11:27
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“and has fallen into the pit which he made.”
“An evil man seeketh only rebellion: therefore a cruel messenger shall be sent against him.”
“their own foot is taken.”
“So they hanged Haman on the gallows that he had prepared for Mordecai. Then was the king's wrath pacified.”
“They have prepared a net for my steps; my soul is bowed down: they have digged a pit before me”
“the wicked hunt down the weak. They are caught in the schemes that they devise.”