Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Proverbs 3:34 Cross-References
Explore 8 cross-references for Proverbs 3:34 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Proverbs chapter 3 verse 34 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“Surely he scorneth the scorners: but he giveth grace unto the lowly .”
Proverbs 3:34 (KJV)
Commentary on Proverbs 3:34
God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble. The Hebrew 'luwts' (scoffer/mocker) represents proud rejection of wisdom. 'Chanan' (grace) indicates unmerited favor. This verse, quoted in James 4:6 and 1 Peter 5:5, establishes fundamental spiritual principle: pride blocks grace; humility receives it. God's disposition toward us correlates with our posture - arrogant self-sufficiency meets resistance; humble dependence meets generous supply.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Proverbs 3:34
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“God resists the proud, but gives grace to the humble.{Proverbs 3:34}”
“you younger ones”
“yet he looks after the lowly; but the proud”
“you are wise for yourself. If you mock”
“scoffer is his name; he works in the arrogance of pride.”
“whose name is Holy: I dwell in the high and holy place”
“He that reproveth a scorner getteth to himself shame: and he that rebuketh a wicked man getteth himself a blot.”
“and beatings for the backs of fools.”