Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Proverbs 22:16 Cross-References
Explore 13 cross-references for Proverbs 22:16 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Proverbs chapter 22 verse 16 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“He that oppresseth the poor to increase his riches, and he that giveth to the rich, shall surely come to want.”
Proverbs 22:16 (KJV)
Commentary on Proverbs 22:16
The person who wanders from understanding's path will dwell 'in the congregation of the dead.' Understanding means practical wisdom that fears God and follows His ways. Departing from this path leads to spiritual death and ultimately eternal separation from God. The 'congregation of the dead' depicts the realm of departed spirits—those who died in sin. This isn't annihilation but conscious existence in death's domain. The verse warns solemnly: persist in folly and you join the damned. Remain in understanding and you have life. There are only two paths and two destinations: wisdom leads to life...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Proverbs 22:16
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“because he is poor; and don't crush the needy in court;”
“For he shall have judgment without mercy”
“For the oppression of the poor”
“what credit is that to you? For even sinners do the same.”
“When you make a dinner or a supper, don't call your friends, nor your brothers, nor your kinsmen, nor rich neighbors, or perhaps they might also return the favor, and pay you back.,Then said he also to him that bade him, When thou makest a dinner or a supper, call not thy friends, nor thy brethren, neither thy kinsmen, nor thy rich neighbours; lest they also bid thee again, and a recompence be made thee.,,,,,,,,”
“you rich”
“but he who is kind to the needy honors him.”
“and he shall not build it up.”
“A poor man that oppresseth the poor is like a sweeping rain which leaveth no food.”
“and doesn't know that poverty waits for him.”