Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Proverbs 25:7 Cross-References
Explore 5 cross-references for Proverbs 25:7 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Proverbs chapter 25 verse 7 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“For better it is that it be said unto thee, Come up hither; than that thou shouldest be put lower in the presence of the prince whom thine eyes have seen.”
Proverbs 25:7 (KJV)
Commentary on Proverbs 25:7
Better to be told 'Come up here' than humiliated before nobles. The Hebrew 'alah' (go up/ascend) versus 'shaphel' (be made low/humiliated) describes honor versus shame. Humility that's later exalted experiences greater glory than pride that's publicly humiliated. Tactical wisdom joins moral virtue here: humility is both right and smart. Pride brings fall; humility brings honor. This anticipates James 4:10: 'Humble yourselves in the sight of the Lord, and he shall lift you up.'
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Proverbs 25:7
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“when he noticed how they chose the best seats”
“this man went down to his house justified rather than the other; for everyone who exalts himself will be humbled”
“you younger ones”
“and the first voice that I heard”
“than to divide the plunder with the proud.”