Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Proverbs 15:13 Cross-References
Explore 9 cross-references for Proverbs 15:13 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Proverbs chapter 15 verse 13 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“A merry heart maketh a cheerful countenance: but by sorrow of the heart the spirit is broken.”
Proverbs 15:13 (KJV)
Commentary on Proverbs 15:13
Merry heart produces cheerful countenance, while heartache crushes the spirit. Inner spiritual/emotional state manifests outwardly. Joy is fruit of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22), reflecting gospel transformation. Sorrow by worldly concerns versus godly sorrow producing repentance (2 Corinthians 7:10) shows different kinds of heartache.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Proverbs 15:13
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“but a crushed spirit dries up the bones.”
“but a crushed spirit”
“but a kind word makes it glad.”
“but one who has a cheerful heart enjoys a continual feast.”
“which brings no regret. But the sorrow of the world works death.”
“that in holiness and sincerity of God”
“lest by any means such a one should be swallowed up with his excessive sorrow.”
“Why is your face sad”