5 pairs
Proverbs 2:5 speaks of understanding the fear of the Lord and finding the knowledge of God, which is echoed in Job 28:28 where the fear of the Lord is described as wisdom.
Thematic focusFear of the Lord, Wisdom, Knowledge of God.
Proverbs 2:6 states that the Lord gives wisdom, which is paralleled in James 1:5 where believers are encouraged to ask God for wisdom, who gives generously.
Thematic focusDivine Wisdom, Generosity of God.
Proverbs 2:7 mentions that God stores up sound wisdom for the upright, similar to Psalm 84:11 where God is described as a sun and shield, bestowing favor and honor.
Thematic focusProtection, Righteousness, Divine Favor.
Proverbs 2:10-11 speaks of wisdom entering the heart and knowledge being pleasant to the soul, which parallels Philippians 4:7 where the peace of God guards hearts and minds.
Thematic focusInner Peace, Wisdom, Divine Protection.
Proverbs 2:20 encourages walking in the way of good men, similar to Psalm 1:1 which blesses the man who does not walk in the counsel of the wicked.
Thematic focusRighteous Living, Guidance, Blessing.