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Proverbs 9:17 Cross-References
Explore 9 cross-references for Proverbs 9:17 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Proverbs chapter 9 verse 17 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“Stolen waters are sweet, and bread eaten in secret is pleasant. eaten: Heb. of secrecies”
Proverbs 9:17 (KJV)
Commentary on Proverbs 9:17
This verse gives voice to Folly, the rival of Wisdom personified in this chapter. 'Stolen waters are sweet, and bread eaten in secret is pleasant' expresses the seductive lie that forbidden things are more enjoyable. The allure of the forbidden, the thrill of secrecy, the excitement of transgression—Folly appeals to these sinful inclinations. But verse 18 reveals the truth: 'he knoweth not that the dead are there; and that her guests are in the depths of hell.' The pleasure is temporary; the consequences are eternal. This exposes sin's fundamental deception—promising satisfaction while deliver...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Proverbs 9:17
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“but afterwards his mouth is filled with gravel.”
“when it sparkles in the cup”
“when he is drawn away by his own lust”
“and that it was a delight to the eyes”
“finding occasion through the commandment”
“he took them from their hand”
“let's take our fill of loving until the morning. Let's solace ourselves with loving.”
“it is a shame even to speak of.”