Proverbs 31:26

She openeth her mouth with wisdom; and in her tongue is the law of kindness.

Cross-reference

In Proverbs 31:8, this same passage calls for speaking up for the voiceless—directly parallel to the wise, kind speech described here.

Proverbs 31:9 continues the theme: 'judge righteously, defend the needy'—reinforcing the ideal of wise, just speech from the same chapter.

Proverbs 12:18 contrasts rash words with the tongue that brings healing, paralleling the virtuous woman's wise and kind speech.

Proverbs 16:24 says gracious words are sweet and healing, directly mirroring the teaching of kindness from the virtuous woman's tongue.

Proverbs 25:15 notes that a soft tongue can break a bone, illustrating the power of gentle speech that the virtuous woman uses.

In Ephesians 4:29, Paul commands speech that builds up and gives grace, directly parallel to the teaching of kindness on the tongue.

Abigail’s speech in 1 Samuel 25:24-31 exemplifies wise, humble persuasion—she uses kind words to divert disaster, mirroring the virtuous woman’s speech.

The wise woman of Abel Beth Maacah in 2 Samuel 20:16-22 negotiates with Joab, speaking wisely to save her city—another narrative echo of wise speech.

Acts 18:26 Parallel

In Acts 18:26, Priscilla (with Aquila) teaches Apollos accurately, embodying the wise and kind instruction described here.

In Esther 7:3-6, Esther boldly and wisely reveals Haman’s plot—her courageous, pointed speech embodies wisdom and advocacy for her people.

Esther’s tearful plea in Esther 8:3-6 again demonstrates wise, persistent speech—she uses kind yet urgent words to save her people, echoing the virtuous woman.

1 Samuel 25:3 describes Abigail as discerning—a concrete example of the wise, kind speech in Proverbs 31:26.

1 Corinthians 13:4 Related theme

1 Corinthians 13:4 defines love as patient and kind — the kindness in Proverbs 31:26 is a specific expression of that love.

Ecclesiastes 10:12 contrasts wise words that bring favor with foolish speech—aligning with the woman's wisdom.

Malachi 2:6 Parallel

Malachi 2:6 describes a priest with truthful, peaceful speech—mirroring the woman's wise and kind instruction.

Luke 1:38 Parallel

In Luke 1:38, Mary's humble 'let it be to me' exemplifies wise and kind submission, echoing the speech of the virtuous woman.

In Luke 1:42-56, Elizabeth's blessing and Mary's Magnificat are words of wisdom and praise, mirroring the teaching of kindness on the tongue.

Esther 5:8 Parallel

Esther’s tactful invitation in Esther 5:8 shows wise, gentle speech—a strategic use of words that parallels the wise woman’s manner.

Huldah the prophetess in 2 Kings 22:15-20 speaks God’s word with authority and discernment, showing a woman whose speech conveys wisdom and truth.

In Judges 13:23, Samson’s mother speaks with calm wisdom to reassure her husband—a concrete example of a woman opening her mouth with wisdom.

1 Peter 3:8 Related theme

1 Peter 3:8 calls for tenderheartedness—consistent with the 'teaching of kindness' in Proverbs 31:26.

1 Peter 3:9 Related theme

1 Peter 3:9 urges blessing instead of revenge—reflecting the kind, wise speech of the Proverbs woman.