Proverbs 21:26
Proverbs · Old Testament · Chapter 21
“He coveteth greedily all the day long: but the righteous giveth and spareth not.”Proverbs 21:26
What Does Proverbs 21:26 Mean?
Proverbs 21:26 is found in the book of Proverbs, chapter 21, verse 26 of the Old Testament. This verse connects to 10 other passages through cross-references, placing it within a rich network of biblical meaning.
Key themes in this passage include Generosity, and Poverty & Wealth.
Cross-References (10)
These passages are connected to Proverbs 21:26 through shared themes, quotations, or prophetic fulfillment.
Psalms 37:26“He is ever merciful, and lendeth; and his seed is blessed.”James 1:26“If any man among you seem to be religious, and bridleth not his tongue, but deceiveth his own heart, this man’s religion is vain.”Psalms 112:9“He hath dispersed, he hath given to the poor; his righteousness endureth for ever; his horn shall be exalted with honour.”Acts 20:33“I have coveted no man’s silver, or gold, or apparel.”Ephesians 4:28“Let him that stole steal no more: but rather let him labour, working with his hands the thing which is good, that he may have to give to him that needeth.”Luke 6:30“Give to every man that asketh of thee; and of him that taketh away thy goods ask them not again.”Matthew 5:42“Give to him that asketh thee, and from him that would borrow of thee turn not thou away.”2 Corinthians 8:7“Therefore, as ye abound in every thing, in faith, and utterance, and knowledge, and in all diligence, and in your love to us, see that ye abound in this grace also.”1 Thessalonians 2:5“For neither at any time used we flattering words, as ye know, nor a cloke of covetousness; God is witness:”2 Corinthians 9:9“(As it is written, He hath dispersed abroad; he hath given to the poor: his righteousness remaineth for ever.”
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