Proverbs 3:14

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For the profit from wisdom is better than the profit from silver, and her gain than fine gold.

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  • Prov 8:19 : 19 My fruit is better than fine gold, even pure gold, and my yield surpasses choice silver.
  • Prov 16:16 : 16 How much better to get wisdom than gold, to gain understanding rather than silver!
  • Matt 16:26 : 26 For what will it profit a person to gain the whole world, yet forfeit his soul? Or what can anyone give in exchange for their soul?
  • Phil 3:8-9 : 8 Indeed, I consider everything a loss because of the surpassing worth of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord. For his sake, I have suffered the loss of all things and consider them garbage, in order that I may gain Christ, 9 and be found in him, not having a righteousness of my own that comes from the law, but that which is through faith in Christ—the righteousness that comes from God on the basis of faith.
  • Rev 3:18 : 18 I counsel you to buy from me gold refined in the fire so that you may become rich; white garments so that you may be clothed and your shameful nakedness not be exposed; and ointment to anoint your eyes so that you may see.
  • 2 Chr 1:11-12 : 11 God said to Solomon, "Because this was in your heart, and you have not asked for wealth, possessions, honor, the death of your enemies, or even many long years—but have asked for wisdom and knowledge to govern my people over whom I have made you king— 12 Therefore wisdom and knowledge are given to you. I will also give you wealth, possessions, and honor, such as no king before you ever had and none after you will have."
  • Job 28:13-19 : 13 Mankind does not know its value, nor is it found in the land of the living. 14 The deep says, 'It is not in me,' and the sea declares, 'It is not with me.' 15 It cannot be bought with gold, nor can its price be weighed in silver. 16 It cannot be valued in the gold of Ophir, in precious onyx or sapphire. 17 Neither gold nor crystal can compare to it, nor is it exchanged for jewels of fine gold. 18 Coral and jasper are not worth mentioning; the price of wisdom is above pearls. 19 The topaz of Ethiopia cannot compare to it, nor can it be valued in pure gold.
  • Ps 119:72 : 72 Your law is more precious to me than thousands of pieces of gold and silver.
  • Ps 119:111 : 111 I have inherited Your testimonies forever, for they are the joy of my heart.
  • Ps 119:162 : 162 I rejoice in Your promise like one who finds great spoils.
  • Prov 2:4 : 4 if you seek it like silver and search for it as for hidden treasures,
  • Prov 8:10-11 : 10 Take my instruction instead of silver, and knowledge rather than choice gold. 11 For wisdom is more precious than rubies, and nothing you desire can compare with her.

Similar Verses (AI)

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  • Prov 3:13
    84%

    13Blessed is the one who finds wisdom and the one who obtains understanding.

  • Prov 3:15-18
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    84%

    15She is more precious than jewels, and nothing you desire compares with her.

    16Long life is in her right hand, and in her left hand are riches and honor.

    17Her ways are ways of pleasantness, and all her paths are peace.

    18She is a tree of life to those who take hold of her, and those who hold her fast are blessed.

  • Prov 16:16
    83%

    16How much better to get wisdom than gold, to gain understanding rather than silver!

  • Prov 8:10-12
    3 verses
    83%

    10Take my instruction instead of silver, and knowledge rather than choice gold.

    11For wisdom is more precious than rubies, and nothing you desire can compare with her.

    12I, wisdom, dwell with prudence, and I possess knowledge and discretion.

  • Prov 8:18-19
    2 verses
    79%

    18Riches and honor are with me, enduring wealth and righteousness.

    19My fruit is better than fine gold, even pure gold, and my yield surpasses choice silver.

  • Prov 4:7-8
    2 verses
    78%

    7Wisdom is supreme—acquire wisdom. Though it costs you all you have, gain understanding.

    8Prize her, and she will exalt you; she will honor you when you embrace her.

  • Job 28:15-20
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    78%

    15It cannot be bought with gold, nor can its price be weighed in silver.

    16It cannot be valued in the gold of Ophir, in precious onyx or sapphire.

    17Neither gold nor crystal can compare to it, nor is it exchanged for jewels of fine gold.

    18Coral and jasper are not worth mentioning; the price of wisdom is above pearls.

    19The topaz of Ethiopia cannot compare to it, nor can it be valued in pure gold.

    20But where does wisdom come from, and where is the place of understanding?

  • Prov 2:3-4
    2 verses
    78%

    3if you call out for insight and raise your voice for understanding,

    4if you seek it like silver and search for it as for hidden treasures,

  • Eccl 7:11-12
    2 verses
    76%

    11Wisdom is as good as an inheritance, and it is an advantage for those who see the light of day.

    12For wisdom, like money, is a shelter, but the advantage of knowledge is this: Wisdom preserves the life of its possessor.

  • Prov 20:15
    76%

    15There is gold and an abundance of jewels, but lips of knowledge are a precious treasure.

  • Ezek 28:4
    75%

    4By your wisdom and understanding, you have made wealth for yourself, and you have gathered gold and silver into your treasuries.

  • Prov 22:1
    75%

    1A good name is more desirable than great wealth; being esteemed is better than silver or gold.

  • Prov 19:8
    74%

    8The one who acquires wisdom loves life, and the one who cherishes understanding will prosper.

  • Job 28:12-13
    2 verses
    74%

    12But where can wisdom be found, and where is the place of understanding?

    13Mankind does not know its value, nor is it found in the land of the living.

  • Prov 24:14
    73%

    14In the same way, know that wisdom is sweet to your soul. If you find it, there will be a future, and your hope will not be cut off.

  • Ps 19:10
    73%

    10The fear of the LORD is pure, enduring forever; the judgments of the LORD are true, and altogether righteous.

  • Prov 2:10
    72%

    10For wisdom will enter your heart, and knowledge will be pleasant to your soul.

  • Prov 23:23
    72%

    23Buy the truth and do not sell it—wisdom, instruction, and understanding.

  • Prov 1:2-3
    2 verses
    72%

    2To know wisdom and discipline, to understand words of insight,

    3To receive instruction in wise dealing, in righteousness, justice, and equity,

  • Job 28:1
    71%

    1Surely there is a mine for silver and a place where gold is refined.

  • Prov 31:10
    71%

    10A wife of noble character, who can find? She is worth far more than rubies.

  • Prov 21:20
    71%

    20Valuable treasures and oil are in the dwelling of the wise, but a foolish person swallows them up.

  • Prov 8:35
    71%

    35For whoever finds me finds life and obtains favor from the LORD.

  • Job 3:15
    71%

    15Or with princes who had gold, who filled their houses with silver.

  • Prov 14:24
    71%

    24The wealth of the wise is their crown, but the folly of fools yields only folly.

  • Prov 1:5
    71%

    5Let the wise hear and increase their learning, and the one who understands gain guidance,

  • Prov 4:5
    71%

    5Acquire wisdom; acquire understanding. Do not forget or turn away from the words of my mouth.

  • Eccl 7:19
    71%

    19Wisdom makes a wise person stronger than ten rulers in a city.

  • Prov 24:4
    71%

    4By knowledge the rooms are filled with all kinds of precious and pleasant treasures.

  • Eccl 5:10
    70%

    10As goods increase, so do those who consume them. And what benefit are they to the owners except to feast their eyes on them?

  • Prov 15:16
    70%

    16Better a little with the fear of the LORD than great treasure and turmoil with it.