Proverbs 3:14
for wisdom is worth more than silver, and pays better than gold.
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13Happy are those who find wisdom and gain understanding,
15She is more valuable than rubies—everything you could ever want just doesn't compare!
Cross References
2 Chronicles 1:11God told Solomon: “Because this is what you really wanted, and you didn't ask for wealth, possessions, or honor, or the death of those who hate you, or for a long life, but instead you asked for wisdom and knowledge so you can rule with justice my people that I have made you king over;
Psalms 119:72What you tell me to do is worth more to me than much gold and silver.
Psalms 119:162Your word makes me so happy—I'm like someone who discovers immense treasure.
Proverbs 8:10Choose my instruction over silver; choose knowledge over pure gold.
Proverbs 16:16Far better to get wisdom than gold; far better to choose knowledge than silver.
Matthew 16:26What benefit is it for you to gain the whole world, yet lose your life? What would you give in exchange for your life?
Matthew Henry on Proverbs 3:14-21
The Excellency of Wisdom; Happiness of Those Who Find Wisdom. 13 Happy is the man that findeth wisdom, and the man that getteth understanding. 14 For the merchandise of it is better than the merchandise of silver, and the gain thereof than fine gold. 15 She is more precious than rubies: and all the things thou canst desire are not to be compared unto her. 16 Length of days is in her right hand; and in her left hand riches and honour. 17 Her ways are ways of pleasantness, and all her paths are peace. 18 She is a… Read the whole commentary →