Proverbs 29:25

The fear of man bringeth a snare: but whoso putteth his trust in the Lord shall be safe.

Cross-reference

Proverbs 30:5 Related theme

Proverbs 30:5 says God is a shield to those who take refuge in Him—parallel to the safety of trusting.

Proverbs 18:10 Related theme

Proverbs 18:10 describes the Lord as a strong tower for safety—illustrating the protection for those who trust.

Proverbs 16:20 Related theme

Proverbs 16:20 promises blessing to those who trust in the Lord—reinforcing the same truth as Proverbs 29:25.

1 Chronicles 5:20 shows God answering those who trusted in Him in battle—a historical example of deliverance.

In Matthew 10:28, Jesus contrasts fearing man with fearing God -- a direct antidote to the snare described in Proverbs.

In Matthew 26:69-74, Peter's fear of being recognized as Jesus' disciple leads to his denials -- a powerful example of the snare of fearing man.

Daniel 6:23 Parallel

Daniel 6:23 illustrates the proverb: Daniel trusted God over the king’s decree and was kept safe from the lions, a direct outcome.

Daniel 3:28 Parallel

Daniel 3:28 shows Shadrach and friends trusting God despite the king’s threat, proving trust in God brings safety from human fear.

In Isaiah 57:11, God rebukes His people for fearing man instead of Him, causing them to lie -- echoing the snare of fearing man.

John 9:22 Parallel

In John 9:22, the parents of the healed blind man fear the Jews, so they avoid confessing Christ -- a clear snare of fearing man.

Psalm 118:8 Parallel

Psalm 118:8 directly states it is better to take refuge in God than trust in man—echoing the contrast of Proverbs 29:25.

Psalm 91:14 Parallel

Psalm 91:14 directly promises rescue and protection to those who love and acknowledge God, mirroring the second half of the proverb.

John 12:42 Parallel

In John 12:42, many rulers believed but did not confess because they feared the Pharisees' rejection -- a direct example of the snare.

In 1 Kings 19:3, Elijah's fear of Jezebel drives him to flee into the wilderness -- a vivid illustration of the snare of fearing man.

Genesis 12:11-13 shows Abraham lying about Sarah because he fears the Egyptians will kill him — a clear example of fear of man as a snare.

In 1 Samuel 27:11, David's fear of being exposed leads him to kill all witnesses -- a clear example of the snare of fearing man.

Genesis 20:2 repeats Abraham's deception with Sarah due to fear, illustrating the same snare of fearing people.

Genesis 20:11 reveals Abraham's motive: 'I said there is no fear of God here; they will kill me' — directly showing fear of man leading to sin.

1 Samuel 15:24 has Saul confessing, 'I was afraid of the people and gave in' — directly matching the proverb's description of fear of man as a snare.

Galatians 2:11-13 shows Peter's fear of the circumcision party causing him to withdraw—a clear example of the snare of fearing man.

Exodus 32:22-24 shows Aaron fearing the people's reaction, leading him to make the golden calf — a vivid example of fear of man.

Genesis 26:7 has Isaac lying about Rebekah out of fear, mirroring his father’s pattern and illustrating the snare.

2 Timothy 4:17 shows the Lord standing by Paul—demonstrating the safety promised to those who trust in the Lord.

Galatians 2:12 describes Peter withdrawing from Gentiles due to fear of the circumcision party — a clear case of fear of man.

Matthew 26:70 shows Peter denying Jesus out of fear, a classic example of the snare of fearing man leading to betrayal.

Mark 15:15 Parallel

Mark 15:15 shows Pilate giving in to the crowd's pressure, illustrating how fear of man leads to an unjust and tragic decision.

John 7:13 Parallel

John 7:13 reveals people hiding their belief for fear of the Jews, a direct example of the snare of fearing man causing silence.

John 18:25 Parallel

John 7:13 again shows secrecy due to fear of the authorities, reinforcing how fear of man traps believers into hiding their faith.

Acts 24:27 Parallel

Acts 24:27 shows Felix leaving Paul in prison to please the Jews — fear of man leading to injustice.

John 19:38 Parallel

John 19:38 shows Joseph of Arimathea acting secretly for fear of the Jews — a direct example of fear of man becoming a snare.

Genesis 12:12 shows Abraham’s fear of Pharaoh leading to a deceptive plan, a classic example of fear of man becoming a snare.

Matthew 10:26 directly commands not to fear man, reinforcing the promise that truth will be revealed — a clear New Testament echo.

Daniel 1:10 Parallel

Daniel 1:10 reveals the official's fear of the king, showing how fear of man creates a snare that could hinder God's plan, but Daniel trusts God.

Jeremiah 38:19 has Zedekiah confessing fear of defectors, directly illustrating the internal snare of fearing what people might do.

Jeremiah 38:5 shows King Zedekiah yielding to his officials' pressure, a vivid example of fear of man trapping a leader into abandoning God's prophet.

Job 31:34 Parallel

Job 31:34 shows Job refusing to let fear of the crowd silence him, echoing the safety found in trusting God rather than fearing man.

1 Kings 12:27 shows Jeroboam's fear of losing his kingdom leading to idolatry, a vivid example of the snare of fearing man.

In 1 Samuel 27:10, David's lies to Achish again stem from fear of man, showing the snare of deception in living among enemies.

In 1 Samuel 21:13, David's feigned madness out of fear of Achish illustrates the snare of fearing man, exemplifying the proverb's warning.

Deuteronomy 1:17 warns against being intimidated by people in judgment, directly reinforcing the snare of fearing man and the call to trust God's authority.

Exodus 2:14 Parallel

Exodus 2:14 reveals Moses’ fear after his deed is known, causing him to flee—a vivid instance of fear of man ensnaring him.

Genesis 31:31 records Jacob’s fear of Laban driving his actions, illustrating how fear of man traps even the patriarch.

John 3:2 Parallel

In John 3:2, Nicodemus comes to Jesus by night, likely fearing his fellow Pharisees -- illustrating the snare of fearing man.

2 Timothy 4:16 records all deserting Paul at his defense—likely due to fear of man, illustrating the snare.

Ecclesiastes 7:18 Related theme

Ecclesiastes 7:18 complements by urging fear of God as the path that avoids extremes, contrasting with the snare of fearing man.