Proverbs 23:22

New Century Version

Listen to your father, who gave you life, and do not forget your mother when she is old.

Cross References

Proverbs 30:17

“If you make fun of your father and refuse to obey your mother, the birds of the valley will peck out your eyes, and the vultures will eat them.

Proverbs 1:8

My child, listen to your father’s teaching and do not forget your mother’s advice.

Proverbs 6:20

My son, keep your father’s commands, and don’t forget your mother’s teaching.

Deuteronomy 27:16

“Anyone will be cursed who dishonors his father or mother.” Then all the people will say, “Amen!”

Leviticus 19:3

“ ‘You must respect your mother and father, and you must keep my Sabbaths. I am the Lord your God.

Mark 7:10

Moses said, ‘Honor your father and your mother,’ and ‘Anyone who says cruel things to his father or mother must be put to death.’

Proverbs 30:11

“Some people curse their fathers and do not bless their mothers.

Leviticus 19:32

“ ‘Show respect to old people; stand up in their presence. Show respect also to your God. I am the Lord.

Proverbs 15:20

Wise children make their father happy, but foolish children disrespect their mother.