Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Proverbs 3:18 Cross-References
Explore 7 cross-references for Proverbs 3:18 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Proverbs chapter 3 verse 18 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“She is a tree of life to them that lay hold upon her: and happy is every one that retaineth her.”
Proverbs 3:18 (KJV)
Commentary on Proverbs 3:18
Wisdom is a tree of life to those who lay hold of her, and happy are those who retain her. Tree of life imagery recalls Eden's paradise and anticipates Revelation's restoration. Wisdom provides abundant, flourishing life - not mere survival but thriving. The verbs 'lay hold' and 'retain' emphasize active, sustained grasp - wisdom requires ongoing pursuit and practice, not one-time acquisition. Such pursuit produces lasting happiness (blessedness).
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Proverbs 3:18
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“The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life; and he that winneth souls is wise.”
“but deceit in it crushes the spirit.”
“let him hear what the Spirit says to the assemblies. To him who overcomes I will give to eat of the tree of life”
“and good for food; the tree of life also in the middle of the garden”
“Behold, the man has become like one of us, knowing good and evil. Now, lest he put forth his hand, and also take of the tree of life, and eat, and live forever...”
“but when longing is fulfilled”
“bearing twelve kinds of fruits”