Proverbs 16:16

Easy To Read Version

Wisdom is worth much more than gold. Understanding is worth much more than silver.

Cross References

Psalm 119:127

Lord, I love your commands more than purest gold.\par

Proverbs 2:4

Look for wisdom like silver. Look for it like a hidden treasure.

Proverbs 3:13

The person who finds wisdom will be very happy. That person will be blessed when he begins to understand.

Proverbs 3:14

The profit that comes from wisdom is better than silver. The profit from wisdom is better than fine gold!

Proverbs 4:5

Get wisdom and understanding! Don’t forget my words. Always follow my teachings.

Proverbs 4:7

Wisdom begins when you decide to get wisdom. So use everything you own to get wisdom! \{Then you will become wise.\}

Proverbs 8:19

The things I give are better than fine gold.\par And my gifts are better than pure silver.\par

Ecclesiastes 7:12

Wisdom and money can protect you. But knowledge gained through wisdom is even better—it can save your life!\par

Matthew 16:26

It is worth nothing for a person to have the whole world, if he loses his soul. A person could never pay enough to buy back his soul.

Luke 12:21

“This is how it will be for the person that saves things only for himself. To God that person is not rich.”