Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Proverbs 31:26 Cross-References
Explore 20 cross-references for Proverbs 31:26 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Proverbs chapter 31 verse 26 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“She openeth her mouth with wisdom; and in her tongue is the law of kindness.”
Proverbs 31:26 (KJV)
Commentary on Proverbs 31:26
She openeth her mouth with wisdom; and in her tongue is the law of kindness—The פ (pe, meaning 'mouth') line fittingly addresses speech. Chokhmah (wisdom) encompasses skill, discernment, and moral insight—the central theme of Proverbs itself. Her words aren't idle chatter but edifying counsel. The parallel torat-chesed (law/teaching of kindness) suggests both gracious manner and substantive instruction.Chesed (covenant loyalty, steadfast love) governs her speech—she speaks truth with grace, correction with compassion. This recalls Proverbs' earlier personification of Wisdom as a woman calling ...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Proverbs 31:26
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“but such as is good for building up as the need may be”
“sweet to the soul”
“but the perverse tongue will be cut off.”
“but the tongue of the wise heals.”
“in the incorruptible adornment of a gentle and quiet spirit”
“redeeming the time.”
“in the cause of all who are left desolate.”
“and unrighteousness was not found in his lips. He walked with me in peace and uprightness”
“be all like-minded”
“By long forbearing is a prince persuaded”