Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Proverbs 17:11 Cross-References
Explore 9 cross-references for Proverbs 17:11 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Proverbs chapter 17 verse 11 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“An evil man seeketh only rebellion: therefore a cruel messenger shall be sent against him.”
Proverbs 17:11 (KJV)
Commentary on Proverbs 17:11
An evil man seeketh only rebellion: therefore a cruel messenger shall be sent against him. The wicked actively pursue (meri, מֶרִי, rebellion, revolt) against God and authority. They don't stumble into sin but seek it. Therefore God sends a cruel messenger (mal'akh akhzari, מַלְאָךְ אַכְזָרִי)—whether human agents or divine judgment—against them. The proverb warns that persistent rebellion invokes severe judgment. Absalom's rebellion brought cruel judgment (2 Samuel 18:9-15). God resists the proud who rebel but gives grace to the humble who submit (James 4:6-7).
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Proverbs 17:11
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“and fell on him”
“behold”
“and killed him.”
“and threw it out to Joab. He blew the trumpet”
“he was angry”
“who has established me”
“and kill them before me.',But those mine enemies, which would not that I should reign over them, bring hither, and slay them before me.,,,,,,,,”
“Do as he has said”
“He will miserably destroy those miserable men, and will lease out the vineyard to other farmers, who will give him the fruit in its season.”