Proverbs 8:10

Receive my instruction, and not silver; and knowledge rather than choice gold.

Cross-references

Proverbs 8:19 echoes the same contrast: wisdom's fruit is better than gold and silver — directly parallel in the same chapter.

Proverbs 2:4 uses the same silver metaphor for seeking wisdom, reinforcing the value of instruction over wealth.

Proverbs 3:14 states wisdom's profit exceeds silver and gold, directly paralleling 8:10's preference for instruction over wealth.

Proverbs 16:16 declares wisdom better than gold and silver, strongly reinforcing 8:10's exhortation to choose instruction over wealth.

Proverbs 2:5 Related theme

Proverbs 2:5 shows that seeking wisdom leads to understanding the fear of the Lord, similar to the goal of instruction in 8:10.

Proverbs 3:13 Related theme

Proverbs 3:13 pronounces blessing on finding wisdom, echoing the high value placed on instruction and knowledge in 8:10.

Proverbs 23:23 Related theme

Proverbs 23:23 commands buying truth and wisdom, similar to 8:10's call to take instruction over silver.

Psalm 119:72 echoes the same value: God's law is better than thousands of gold and silver pieces.

Psalm 119:127 Related theme

Psalm 119:127 repeats the theme: loving God's commandments above fine gold, reinforcing wisdom's superiority to wealth.

Job 28:15 Parallel

Job 28:15 states wisdom cannot be bought with gold or silver—directly affirming that wisdom is more valuable than wealth.

Psalm 19:10 Parallel

Psalm 19:10 declares God’s ordinances more desirable than fine gold—a clear parallel to preferring instruction over silver.

Jeremiah 17:23 describes Israel's refusal to listen — the opposite response to the call for instruction here.

Matthew 13:45 uses a pearl merchant to illustrate seeking the kingdom — a parallel theme of valuing something supreme over earthly wealth.

Acts 17:11 Parallel

Acts 17:11 commends the Bereans for eagerly receiving the word — a positive example of heeding instruction as urged here.