Proverbs 22:19

That thy trust may be in the Lord, I have made known to thee this day, even to thee.

Cross-references

In Proverbs 3:5, the same call to trust in the Lord is given explicitly, providing a foundational command that supports the purpose of the proverbs.

Proverbs 16:20 directly states blessing for trusting the Lord, reinforcing the same core message as the purpose of these proverbs.

Psalm 62:8 Parallel

Psalm 62:8 echoes the trust theme, urging constant reliance on God as a refuge, reinforcing the same confidence the proverbs aim to instill.

Isaiah 12:2 Parallel

Isaiah 12:2 declares trust in God as salvation and strength, amplifying the assurance that trust brings, which aligns with the purpose of the proverbs.

Isaiah 26:4 Parallel

Isaiah 26:4 commands trusting in the Lord forever, calling him an everlasting rock, which deepens the foundation for the trust the proverbs teach.

Jeremiah 17:7 pronounces blessing on those who trust in the Lord, directly linking trust to divine favor, which underscores the goal of the proverbs.