Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Proverbs 17:2 Cross-References
Explore 7 cross-references for Proverbs 17:2 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Proverbs chapter 17 verse 2 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“A wise servant shall have rule over a son that causeth shame, and shall have part of the inheritance among the brethren.”
Proverbs 17:2 (KJV)
Commentary on Proverbs 17:2
A 'wise servant' can rule over a 'disgraceful son' and share inheritance among brothers. This proverb overturns worldly hierarchies: wisdom and character matter more than birth or status. The Hebrew 'bosh' (disgraceful/shameful) emphasizes the son's unworthiness. In God's economy, faithful servants are elevated above unfaithful heirs. This anticipates the gospel: Gentiles grafted in while unfaithful Israel broken off (Romans 11:17-24). Reformed theology emphasizes that election is by grace, not natural descent or human merit. Faithfulness, not pedigree, determines inheritance.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Proverbs 17:2
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“but he who sleeps during the harvest is a son who causes shame.”
“Better is a poor and a wise child than an old and foolish king”
“but his wrath is toward one who causes shame.”
“is a son who causes shame and brings reproach.”
“He that troubleth his own house shall inherit the wind: and the fool shall be servant to the wise of heart.”
“but a child left to himself causes shame to his mother.”
“and to my relatives”