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Proverbs 6:20 Cross-References
Explore 7 cross-references for Proverbs 6:20 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Proverbs chapter 6 verse 20 to related passages throughout the Bible.
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“My son, keep thy father's commandment, and forsake not the law of thy mother:”
Proverbs 6:20 (KJV)
Commentary on Proverbs 6:20
Parental teaching provides moral guidance throughout life. The pairing of father's commandment and mother's law gives equal weight to both parents' instruction, reflecting their joint covenant responsibility. This wisdom becomes internalized conscience, guiding even when external accountability is absent.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Proverbs 6:20
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“obey your parents in the Lord”
“Amen.”
“keep my words. Lay up my commandments within you.”
“and don't despise your mother when she is old.”
“listen to your father's instruction”
“and doesn't bless their mother.”
“who will not obey the voice of his father”