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Proverbs 20:6 Cross-References
Explore 13 cross-references for Proverbs 20:6 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Proverbs chapter 20 verse 6 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“Most men will proclaim every one his own goodness: but a faithful man who can find? goodness: or, bounty”
Proverbs 20:6 (KJV)
Commentary on Proverbs 20:6
Many proclaim 'his own goodness' (Hebrew 'chesed'—lovingkindness, loyalty), but 'a faithful man who can find?' The contrast is between self-promotion and proven character. Many claim to be faithful, but few actually are. The rhetorical question emphasizes rarity of genuine faithfulness. Reformed theology recognizes humanity's tendency toward self-deception and self-aggrandizement. True faithfulness is demonstrated over time through trials, not proclaimed through self-commendation. God values proven character, not impressive claims.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Proverbs 20:6
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“Yahweh; for the godly man ceases. For the faithful fail from among the children of men.”
“don't sound a trumpet before yourself”
“Lord, I am ready to go with you both to prison and to death!”
“when the Son of Man comes”
“and not your own mouth; a stranger”
“I thank you”
“so is he who boasts of gifts deceptively.”
“and see now”
“and there is no one upright among men. They all lie in wait for blood; every man hunts his brother with a net.”
“and said about him”