Proverbs 10:13
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for Proverbs 10:13 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
Proverbs 10:13 is a verse from the book of Proverbs in the Old Testament. The KJV reads: "In the lips of him that hath understanding wisdom is found: but a rod is for the back of him that is void of understandi..." Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
Proverbs 10:13 — KJV
“In the lips of him that hath understanding wisdom is found: but a rod is for the back of him that is void of understanding. of understanding: Heb. of heart”
— Proverbs 10:13 (KJV)
Proverbs 10:13 in Context — About the Book of Proverbs
Proverbs is distilled wisdom for ordinary decisions — money, words, work, friendship, marriage, anger, and the tongue. Its premise is simple: the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom. Thirty-one chapters make it the classic one-chapter-a-day book for praying through daily choices.
Cross-References for Proverbs 10:13
“He that is void of wisdom despiseth his neighbour: but a man of understanding holdeth his peace. void...: Heb. destitute of heart”
Shares key themes with Proverbs 10:13: understanding, wisdom, void
“Folly is joy to him that is destitute of wisdom: but a man of understanding walketh uprightly. destitute...: Heb. void of heart”
Shares key themes with Proverbs 10:13: understanding, wisdom, void
“For thou, O LORD of hosts, God of Israel, hast revealed to thy servant, saying, I will build thee an house: therefore hath thy servant found in his heart to pray this prayer unto thee. revealed: Heb. opened the ear”
Shares key themes with Proverbs 10:13: hath, found, heb
“For thou, O my God, hast told thy servant that thou wilt build him an house: therefore thy servant hath found in his heart to pray before thee. hast...: Heb. hast revealed the ear of thy servant”
Shares key themes with Proverbs 10:13: hath, found, heb
“Who hath put wisdom in the inward parts? or who hath given understanding to the heart?”
Shares key themes with Proverbs 10:13: hath, understanding, wisdom
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