Proverbs 19:8

New English Translation

The one who acquires wisdom loves himself; the one who preserves understanding will prosper.

Cross References

Psalm 19:11

Yes, your servant finds moral guidance there; those who obey them receive a rich reward.

Proverbs 16:20

The one who deals wisely in a matter will find success, and blessed is the one who trusts in the Lord.

Proverbs 17:16

Of what use is money in the hand of a fool, since he has no intention of acquiring wisdom?

Proverbs 19:9

A false witness will not go unpunished, and the one who spouts out lies will perish.

Proverbs 22:18

For it is pleasing if you keep these sayings within you, and they are ready on your lips.

Proverbs 3:18

She is like a tree of life to those who obtain her, and everyone who grasps hold of her will be blessed.

Proverbs 3:21

My child, do not let them escape from your sight; safeguard sound wisdom and discretion.

Proverbs 3:22

So they will give life to you, and grace to adorn your neck.

Proverbs 4:21

Do not let them depart from your sight, guard them within your heart;

Proverbs 4:4

he taught me, and he said to me: “Let your heart lay hold of my words; keep my commands so that you will live.

Proverbs 4:6

Do not forsake wisdom, and she will protect you; love her, and she will guard you.

Ezekiel 36:26

I will give you a new heart, and I will put a new spirit within you. I will remove the heart of stone from your body and give you a heart of flesh.

John 12:25

The one who loves his life destroys it, and the one who hates his life in this world guards it for eternal life.

John 14:21

The person who has my commandments and obeys them is the one who loves me. The one who loves me will be loved by my Father, and I will love him and will reveal myself to him.”

1 Peter 3:10

For the one who wants to love life and see good days must keep his tongue from evil and his lips from uttering deceit.