Proverbs 4:8
Proverbs · Old Testament · Chapter 4
“Exalt her, and she shall promote thee: she shall bring thee to honour, when thou dost embrace her.”Proverbs 4:8
What Does Proverbs 4:8 Mean?
Proverbs 4:8 is found in the book of Proverbs, chapter 4, verse 8 of the Old Testament. This verse connects to 9 other passages through cross-references, placing it within a rich network of biblical meaning.
Cross-References (9)
These passages are connected to Proverbs 4:8 through shared themes, quotations, or prophetic fulfillment.
Daniel 12:3“And they that be wise shall shine as the brightness of the firmament; and they that turn many to righteousness as the stars for ever and ever.”Proverbs 14:29“He that is slow to wrath is of great understanding: but he that is hasty of spirit exalteth folly.”1 Samuel 2:30“Wherefore the LORD God of Israel saith, I said indeed that thy house, and the house of thy father, should walk before me for ever: but now the LORD saith, Be it far from me; for them that honour me I will honour, and they that despise me shall be lightly esteemed.”Proverbs 3:35“The wise shall inherit glory: but shame shall be the promotion of fools.”1 Kings 3:5“In Gibeon the LORD appeared to Solomon in a dream by night: and God said, Ask what I shall give thee.”Proverbs 22:4“By humility and the fear of the LORD are riches, and honour, and life.”Ecclesiastes 8:1“Who is as the wise man? and who knoweth the interpretation of a thing? a man’s wisdom maketh his face to shine, and the boldness of his face shall be changed.”Song of Solomon 2:6“His left hand is under my head, and his right hand doth embrace me.”James 1:4“But let patience have her perfect work, that ye may be perfect and entire, wanting nothing.”
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