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Proverbs 17:3 Cross-References
Explore 10 cross-references for Proverbs 17:3 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Proverbs chapter 17 verse 3 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“The fining pot is for silver, and the furnace for gold: but the LORD trieth the hearts.”
Proverbs 17:3 (KJV)
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Commentary on Proverbs 17:3
As refiners test metals, the LORD tests hearts. The fining pot and furnace purify by removing impurities through heat—similarly, God's trials expose and remove sin from believers. This refining process, though painful, is evidence of God's love and commitment to our sanctification (1 Peter 1:6-7).
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Cross-References for Proverbs 17:3
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“I have refined you”
“Yahweh”
“Yahweh”
“and the furnace for gold; but man is refined by his praise.”
“my God”
“which is more precious than gold that perishes even though it is tested by fire”
“God”
“and all the assemblies will know that I am he who searches the minds and hearts. I will give to each one of you according to your deeds.”
“and will refine them as silver is refined”