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Proverbs 2:6 Cross-References
Explore 20 cross-references for Proverbs 2:6 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Proverbs chapter 2 verse 6 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“For the LORD giveth wisdom: out of his mouth cometh knowledge and understanding.”
Proverbs 2:6 (KJV)
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Commentary on Proverbs 2:6
This verse reveals the divine source of wisdom. After commanding pursuit of wisdom (vv.1-5), Solomon declares that 'the LORD giveth wisdom' (יְהוָה יִתֵּן חָכְמָה/Yahweh yiten chokhmah). Human effort alone cannot produce wisdom—it is God's gift. 'Out of his mouth cometh knowledge and understanding' emphasizes revelation: wisdom flows from God's self-disclosure in His word. This anticipates the New Testament's fuller revelation that Christ is the wisdom of God (1 Corinthians 1:24, 30) and that God's word makes us wise unto salvation (2 Timothy 3:15). The verse balances human responsibility (see...
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Cross-References for Proverbs 2:6
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“the Father of glory”
“let him ask of God”
“And all thy children shall be taught of the LORD; and great shall be the peace of thy children.”
“For I will give you a mouth and wisdom”
“and the breath of the Almighty gives them understanding.”
“for your commandments are always with me.”
“'They will all be taught by God.'{Isaiah 54:13} Therefore everyone who hears from the Father”
“I have done according to your word: behold”
“coming down from the Father of lights”
“and praise you”