Cross-References — Proverbs 6

5 pairs

1. Proverbs 6:6→referencesProverbs 30:25

   Proverbs 6:6 advises the sluggard to consider the ways of the ant, which is echoed in Proverbs 30:25, highlighting the ant's wisdom in preparing for the future.

   Thematic focusDiligence, Wisdom, Preparation.

   • #Diligence
   • #Wisdom
   • #Preparation

2. Proverbs 6:16-19→referencesGalatians 5:19-21

   Proverbs 6:16-19 lists seven things the Lord hates, which parallels the works of the flesh described in Galatians 5:19-21, both emphasizing behaviors that are contrary to God's will.

   Thematic focusSin, God's Displeasure, Moral Conduct.

   • #Sin
   • #GodsDispleasure
   • #MoralConduct

3. Proverbs 6:20-23→referencesDeuteronomy 6:6-9

   Proverbs 6:20-23 emphasizes the importance of keeping parental commandments and teachings, similar to Deuteronomy 6:6-9, which instructs the Israelites to keep God's commandments in their hearts and teach them diligently to their children.

   Thematic focusInstruction, Obedience, Parental Guidance.

   • #Instruction
   • #Obedience
   • #ParentalGuidance

4. Proverbs 6:27-28→references1 Corinthians 6:18

   Proverbs 6:27-28 warns about the dangers of adultery, likening it to carrying fire, which is echoed in 1 Corinthians 6:18 where Paul warns against sexual immorality, emphasizing its destructive nature.

   Thematic focusAdultery, Sexual Immorality, Consequences.

   • #Adultery
   • #SexualImmorality
   • #Consequences

5. Proverbs 6:32-33→referencesHebrews 13:4

   Proverbs 6:32-33 discusses the shame and dishonor brought by adultery, which aligns with Hebrews 13:4, where marriage is honored and the sexually immoral are judged.

   Thematic focusHonor, Marriage, Judgment.

   • #Honor
   • #Marriage
   • #Judgment

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