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Proverbs 15:31 Cross-References
Explore 9 cross-references for Proverbs 15:31 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Proverbs chapter 15 verse 31 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“The ear that heareth the reproof of life abideth among the wise.”
Proverbs 15:31 (KJV)
Commentary on Proverbs 15:31
The ear that hears the reproof of life abides among the wise. Those who receive life-giving correction dwell with wise persons. 'Reproof of life' (tokachat chayim) is correction leading to life, not mere criticism. Hearing such reproof demonstrates and produces wisdom. The verb 'abides' (lin) suggests permanent dwelling - receiving correction makes one at home among wise community.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Proverbs 15:31
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“but he who heeds reproof shows prudence.”
“and an ornament of fine gold”
“that you may be wise in your latter end.”
“Now ye are clean through the word which I have spoken unto you.”
“lest he hate you. Reprove a wise man”
“I will pour out my spirit on you. I will make known my words to you.”
“but a companion of fools suffers harm.”
“and come to me; hear”
“but they didn't belong to us; for if they had belonged to us”