Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Proverbs 24:19 Cross-References
Explore 13 cross-references for Proverbs 24:19 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Proverbs chapter 24 verse 19 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“Fret not thyself because of evil men, neither be thou envious at the wicked; Fret: or, Keep not company with the wicked”
Proverbs 24:19 (KJV)
Commentary on Proverbs 24:19
'Fret not thyself because of evil men'—don't be anxious or agitated over the wicked's apparent prosperity. 'Neither be thou envious at the wicked'—don't desire their success or lifestyle. This repeats themes from earlier proverbs, emphasizing their importance. Verse 20 explains why: the wicked have 'no reward' (no future, no lasting outcome), and their 'candle shall be put out' (their life and legacy will be extinguished). Anxiety over the wicked's prosperity reveals misplaced values and temporal perspective. Believers must maintain eternal viewpoint: the wicked's success is momentary; their j...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Proverbs 24:19
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“neither be envious against those who work unrighteousness.”
“Let not thine heart envy sinners: but be thou in the fear of the LORD all the day long.”
“Be not thou envious against evil men”
“but a companion of fools suffers harm.”
“you evildoers”
“when I saw the prosperity of the wicked.”
“nor stand in the way of sinners”
“neither will I go in with hypocrites.”
“but rather even reprove them.”
“lovers of money”