Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Proverbs 22:21 Cross-References
Explore 4 cross-references for Proverbs 22:21 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Proverbs chapter 22 verse 21 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“That I might make thee know the certainty of the words of truth; that thou mightest answer the words of truth to them that send unto thee? to them: or, to those that send thee?”
Proverbs 22:21 (KJV)
Commentary on Proverbs 22:21
Pursuing 'righteousness and mercy' leads to finding 'life, righteousness, and honour.' Those who seek to live justly and show compassion receive abundant blessing—true life (not mere existence), established righteousness, and honorable reputation. This isn't works-righteousness but describing the path of true discipleship. Those genuinely converted pursue godliness and mercy because they've been transformed. Such pursuit brings blessing both temporal and eternal. The threefold reward—life, righteousness, honor—encompasses comprehensive flourishing. This reflects Jesus' teaching: seek first God...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Proverbs 22:21
Ranked by relevance from Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
“with humility and fear:”
“having traced the course of all things accurately from the first”
“that you may know that you have eternal life”
“that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ”