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Proverbs 3:13 Cross-References
Explore 7 cross-references for Proverbs 3:13 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Proverbs chapter 3 verse 13 to related passages throughout the Bible.
Blessed Is the One Who Finds Wisdom
“Happy is the man that findeth wisdom, and the man that getteth understanding. that getteth: Heb. that draweth out understanding”
Proverbs 3:13 (KJV)
Commentary on Proverbs 3:13
This beatitude pronounces blessing on those who find wisdom. 'Happy is the man' (אַשְׁרֵי אָדָם/ashrei adam) uses 'ashrei,' an exclamation of deep satisfaction and contentment—the same word that opens the Psalms (Psalm 1:1). Finding wisdom brings happiness exceeding material wealth (vv.14-15). The verse emphasizes active pursuit: 'findeth wisdom' and 'getteth understanding' require searching and obtaining. This anticipates Jesus' parable about the pearl of great price (Matthew 13:45-46)—wisdom is worth selling everything to obtain. The following verses (14-18) describe wisdom's value as superi...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Proverbs 3:13
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“neither swerve from the words of my mouth.”
“and he by his wisdom delivered the city; yet no man remembered that same poor man.”
“So king Solomon exceeded all the kings of the earth for riches and for wisdom.”
“and search for her as for hidden treasures:”
“and defies all sound judgment.”
“she came to prove him with hard questions.”