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Proverbs 9:10 Cross-References
Explore 10 cross-references for Proverbs 9:10 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Proverbs chapter 9 verse 10 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom: and the knowledge of the holy is understanding.”
Proverbs 9:10 (KJV)
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Commentary on Proverbs 9:10
This verse repeats the fundamental principle from 1:7: 'The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom.' The repetition bookends the opening instructional section (chapters 1-9), reinforcing its foundational importance. 'The knowledge of the holy is understanding' parallels the first phrase: knowing God (the Holy One) constitutes true understanding. This verse establishes that genuine wisdom and understanding are impossible apart from relationship with God. All knowledge pursued independently from the fear of Yahweh becomes futile. This principle undergirds Christian education and epistemolog...
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Cross-References for Proverbs 9:10
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“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.”
“'Behold”
“The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge: but fools despise wisdom and instruction.”
“and keep his commandments; for this is the whole duty of man.”
“and find the knowledge of God.”
“that they should know you”
“and has given us an understanding”
“Solomon my son”
“neither do I have the knowledge of the Holy One.”
“except the Father; neither does anyone know the Father”