Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Proverbs 18:22 Cross-References
Explore 13 cross-references for Proverbs 18:22 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Proverbs chapter 18 verse 22 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“Whoso findeth a wife findeth a good thing, and obtaineth favour of the LORD.”
Proverbs 18:22 (KJV)
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Commentary on Proverbs 18:22
This proverb celebrates marriage as divine gift: 'Whoso findeth a wife findeth a good thing, and obtaineth favour of the LORD.' Finding a wife is not merely human achievement but discovery of a 'good thing' (tov) and obtaining Yahweh's favor (ratson). Marriage is presented as blessing from God, not mere social contract or personal choice divorced from divine providence. The language echoes Genesis 2:18 where God declared it 'not good' for man to be alone and provided a helper suitable for him. A godly wife is a gift from the LORD (19:14), and finding such a partner demonstrates God's blessing.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Proverbs 18:22
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“but a prudent wife is from Yahweh.”
“with each verse starting with each letter of the Hebrew alphabet”
“but a disgraceful wife is as rottenness in his bones.”
“which he has given you under the sun”
“because of sexual immoralities”
“It is not good that the man should be alone; I will make him a helper suitable for him.”
“running water out of your own well.”
“finds life”
“and Israel served to get a wife”
“and good understanding in the sight of God and man.”