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Old TestamentProverbs · Chapter 4

Proverbs 4:8

Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for Proverbs 4:8 — by Collins Asein

Quick Summary

Proverbs 4:8 is a verse from the book of Proverbs in the Old Testament. Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.

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Cross-References for Proverbs 4:8

The wise inherit honor, but fools he holds up to shame.

Shares the theme of honor being associated with wisdom.

A sluggard’s appetite is never filled, but the desires of the diligent are fully satisfied.

The blessedness of diligence in wisdom.

Therefore the Lord, the God of Israel, declares: ‘I promised that members of your family would minister before me forever.’ But now the Lord declares: ‘Far be it from me! Those who honor me I will honor, but those who despise me will be disdained.’

Highlights the principle of honoring leading to honor.

Whoever serves me must follow me; and where I am, my servant also will be. My Father will honor the one who serves me.

Connects service/following with being honored.

He will call on me, and I will answer him; I will be with him in trouble, I will deliver him and honor him.

God promises to honor those who call on Him.

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Collins Asein — Christian Author & Founder of PrayerKey