Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Proverbs 23:9 Cross-References
Explore 16 cross-references for Proverbs 23:9 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Proverbs chapter 23 verse 9 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“Speak not in the ears of a fool: for he will despise the wisdom of thy words.”
Proverbs 23:9 (KJV)
Commentary on Proverbs 23:9
This proverb warns against wasting wisdom on those determined to reject it. 'Speak not in the ears of a fool' (אַל־תְּדַבֵּר בְּאָזְנֵי כְסִיל/al-tedabber be'ozney kesil) commands withholding pearls from swine (Matthew 7:6). The fool (כְּסִיל/kesil) is not merely ignorant but morally obstinate—he 'despises' (יָבוּז/yavuz, scorns/disdains) wisdom. 'The wisdom of thy words' (לְשֵׂכֶל מִלֶּיךָ/lesekhel mileykha, the insight/understanding of your words) refers to genuine, valuable instruction. The principle is stewardship of truth: don't cast what's sacred to those who will trample it. Jesus instr...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Proverbs 23:9
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“He that reproveth a scorner getteth to himself shame: and he that rebuketh a wicked man getteth himself a blot.”
“lest you also be like him.”
“The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge: but fools despise wisdom and instruction.”
“He has a demon, and is insane! Why do you listen to him?”
“and said nothing in reply”
“Now we know that you have a demon. Abraham died, and the prophets; and you say, 'If a man keeps my word, he will never taste of death.',Then said the Jews unto him, Now we know that thou hast a devil. Abraham is dead, and the prophets; and thou sayest, If a man keep my saying, he shall never taste of death.,,,,,,,,”
“they departed after Paul had spoken one word”
“How amazing! You don't know where he comes from, yet he opened my eyes.,The man answered and said unto them, Why herein is a marvellous thing, that ye know not from whence he is, and yet he hath opened mine eyes.,,,,,,,,”
“What does this babbler want to say? Others said”