Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Proverbs 15:23 Cross-References
Explore 8 cross-references for Proverbs 15:23 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Proverbs chapter 15 verse 23 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“A man hath joy by the answer of his mouth: and a word spoken in due season, how good is it! due: Heb. his season”
Proverbs 15:23 (KJV)
Commentary on Proverbs 15:23
Apt answers bring joy to the speaker and hearer. Words fitly spoken meet needs with timely truth and grace. This requires wisdom to discern what, when, and how to speak for maximum benefit. Gospel ministry involves such fitting application of eternal truth to particular circumstances.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Proverbs 15:23
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“that I may know how to sustain with words him who is weary: he wakens morning by morning”
“A word fitly spoken is like apples of gold in pictures of silver.”
“but such as is good for building up as the need may be”
“A man shall be satisfied with good by the fruit of his mouth: and the recompence of a man's hands shall be rendered unto him.”
“Righteous lips are the delight of kings; and they love him that speaketh right.”
“Every man shall kiss his lips that giveth a right answer.”
“and a time for every purpose under heaven:”
“Blessed be Yahweh”