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Proverbs 30:7 Cross-References
Explore 5 cross-references for Proverbs 30:7 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Proverbs chapter 30 verse 7 to related passages throughout the Bible.
Four Requests
“Two things have I required of thee; deny me them not before I die: deny: Heb. withhold not from me”
Proverbs 30:7 (KJV)
Commentary on Proverbs 30:7
Two things have I required of thee; deny me them not before I die—Agur's prayer introduces one of Scripture's most profound petitions about truth and contentment (vv. 7-9). The Hebrew shāʾal (שָׁאַל, required) means earnestly asked or requested. Deny me them not shows urgency—these requests matter supremely.The 'two things' structure creates literary anticipation, building toward verses 8-9's revelation. This prayer models what to prioritize in communion with God—not primarily circumstances, but character (integrity and contentment). It echoes Jesus's teaching to seek first God's kingdom and r...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Proverbs 30:7
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“that I will seek after”
“which will not be taken away from her.,But one thing is needful: and Mary hath chosen that good part, which shall not be taken away from her.,,,,,,,,”
“when they had gone over”
“Ask what I shall give you.”
“and have not withheld the request of his lips. Selah.”