Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Proverbs 27:7 Cross-References
Explore 6 cross-references for Proverbs 27:7 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Proverbs chapter 27 verse 7 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“The full soul loatheth an honeycomb; but to the hungry soul every bitter thing is sweet. loatheth: Heb. treadeth under foot”
Proverbs 27:7 (KJV)
Commentary on Proverbs 27:7
The 'full soul' (Hebrew 'saba'—satisfied, satiated) despises honeycomb, but to the hungry every bitter thing is sweet. Satisfaction breeds contempt for blessings; deprivation makes even poor things seem good. This warns against taking God's blessings for granted. Reformed theology recognizes our tendency toward ingratitude when blessed. Israel despised manna despite its miraculous provision (Numbers 21:5). Contentment requires recognizing God's goodness regardless of abundance or lack. Gratitude must be cultivated; it doesn't arise automatically from blessing.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Proverbs 27:7
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“but no one gave him any.”
“Sanctify yourselves against tomorrow”
“and against Moses”
“and said”
“There is a lad here”
“The things that my soul refused to touch are as my sorrowful meat.”