Proverbs 13:14

New International Reader's Version

The teaching of wise people is like a fountain that gives life. It turns those who listen to it away from the jaws of death.

Cross References

Psalm 116:3

The ropes of death were wrapped around me. The horrors of the grave came over me. I was overcome by sadness and sorrow.

Psalm 18:5

The ropes of the grave were tight around me. Death set its trap in front of me.

Proverbs 10:11

The mouths of those who do right pour out life like a fountain. But the mouths of sinners hide their evil plans.

Proverbs 14:27

Respect for the Lord is like a fountain that gives life. It turns you away from the jaws of death.

Proverbs 15:24

The path of life leads up for those who are wise. It keeps them from going down to the place of the dead.

Proverbs 16:17

The path of honest people takes them away from evil. Those who guard their ways guard their lives.

Proverbs 16:22

Understanding is like a fountain of life to those who have it. But foolish people are punished for the foolish things they do.

Proverbs 16:6

Through love and truth sin is paid for. People avoid evil when they have respect for the Lord.

Proverbs 9:11

Through wisdom, you will live a long time. Years will be added to your life.

1 Samuel 25:33

May the Lord bless you for what you have done. You have shown a lot of good sense. You have kept me from killing Nabal and his men this day. You have kept me from using my own hands to get even.