Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Proverbs 20:30 Cross-References
Explore 5 cross-references for Proverbs 20:30 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Proverbs chapter 20 verse 30 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“The blueness of a wound cleanseth away evil: so do stripes the inward parts of the belly. cleanseth: Heb. is a purging medicine against”
Proverbs 20:30 (KJV)
Commentary on Proverbs 20:30
Suffering and correction have purifying effects—'stripes' (wounds from discipline) and 'blows' cleanse away evil. Physical punishment serves pedagogical and reformative purposes, purging wickedness from the heart. While modern sensibilities recoil, the proverb reflects biblical realism about human depravity and the need for strong correction. The 'inward parts' (Hebrew 'chadrei-beten') refers to the innermost being—thoughts, motives, desires. External discipline can effect internal change by breaking stubborn will and teaching consequences. This applies both to child-rearing and to God's fathe...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Proverbs 20:30
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“for a few days”
“Foolishness is bound in the heart of a child; but the rod of correction shall drive it far from him.”
“and the simple will learn prudence; rebuke one who has understanding”
“by this the iniquity of Jacob will be forgiven”
“But he was wounded for our transgressions”