Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Proverbs 18:4 Cross-References
Explore 10 cross-references for Proverbs 18:4 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Proverbs chapter 18 verse 4 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“The words of a man's mouth are as deep waters, and the wellspring of wisdom as a flowing brook.”
Proverbs 18:4 (KJV)
Commentary on Proverbs 18:4
A person's words can be 'deep waters' and 'a flowing brook' of wisdom. The Hebrew 'mayim amaq' (deep waters) suggests profundity and hidden resources. The 'wellspring of wisdom' (Hebrew 'maqor chokmah') flows forth as a brook (Hebrew 'nachal'—stream/torrent). This describes speech rich with insight, nourishing to hearers. Jesus promised that believers would have rivers of living water flowing from within (John 7:38-39)—the Holy Spirit producing wisdom. Reformed theology emphasizes Word and Spirit working together to produce wise speech that edifies the church.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Proverbs 18:4
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“but violence covers the mouth of the wicked.”
“Counsel in the heart of man is like deep water; but a man of understanding will draw it out.”
“seasoned with salt”
“to turn from the snares of death.”
“as the Scripture has said”
“hymns”
“how can you”
“but the punishment of fools is their folly.”