Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Proverbs 15:14 Cross-References
Explore 12 cross-references for Proverbs 15:14 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Proverbs chapter 15 verse 14 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“The heart of him that hath understanding seeketh knowledge: but the mouth of fools feedeth on foolishness.”
Proverbs 15:14 (KJV)
Commentary on Proverbs 15:14
The heart of him that hath understanding seeketh knowledge: but the mouth of fools feedeth on foolishness. The wise person's heart actively pursues wisdom. Lev navon yevaqesh da'at (לֵב נָבוֹן יְבַקֵּשׁ דָּעַת, the heart of the discerning seeks knowledge). Baqash (בָּקַשׁ, seek, search for, request) shows active pursuit. By contrast, upney kesilim yir'eh ivvelet (וּפְנֵי כְסִילִים יִרְעֶה אִוֶּלֶת, but the face/mouth of fools feeds on folly). Fools consume foolishness like cattle grazing—passively, constantly, contentedly. The wise hunger for truth; fools are satisfied with error.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Proverbs 15:14
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“and he will be still wiser. Teach a righteous man”
“The heart of the prudent getteth knowledge; and the ear of the wise seeketh knowledge.”
“Don't see! and to the prophets”
“But grow in grace”
“in that they received the word with all readiness of the mind”
“and increase in learning; that the man of understanding may attain to sound counsel:”
“You have shown to your servant David my father great loving kindness”
“because I have kept your precepts.”
“and chases the east wind. He continually multiplies lies and desolation. They make a covenant with Assyria”
“nor say”