Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Proverbs 3:4 Cross-References
Explore 9 cross-references for Proverbs 3:4 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Proverbs chapter 3 verse 4 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“So shalt thou find favour and good understanding in the sight of God and man. good: or, good success”
Proverbs 3:4 (KJV)
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Commentary on Proverbs 3:4
So shalt thou find favour and good understanding in the sight of God and man. This verse is the divine promise that follows the exhortations to trust in the LORD (v. 5-6) and honor Him with wealth (v. 9-10). The Hebrew word for "favour" is chen (חֵן), which denotes grace, acceptance, and goodwill—an unmerited gift that opens doors and creates opportunities. "Good understanding" translates sekel tov (שֵׂכֶל טוֹב), meaning sound judgment, insight, and success that comes from wise discernment.The dual audience—"in the sight of God and man"—is critical. True biblical wisdom does not create conflic...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Proverbs 3:4
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“and in favor with God and men.”
“and increased in favor both with Yahweh”
“For he that in these things serveth Christ is acceptable to God”
“The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom: a good understanding have all they that do his commandments: his praise endureth for ever.”
“and he was a prosperous man. He was in the house of his master the Egyptian.”
“and showed kindness to him”
“and having favor with all the people. The Lord added to the assembly day by day those who were being saved.”
“Now God had brought Daniel into favour and tender love with the prince of the eunuchs.”
“to observe to do according to all the law”