Proverbs 3:14

New International Reader's Version

Wisdom pays better than silver does. She earns more than gold does.

Cross References

Psalm 119:111

Your covenant laws are your gift to me forever. They fill my heart with joy.

Psalm 119:162

I’m filled with joy because of your promise. It’s like finding a great fortune.

Psalm 119:72

The law you gave is worth more to me than thousands of pieces of silver and gold.

Proverbs 16:16

It is much better to get wisdom than gold. It is much better to choose understanding than silver.

Proverbs 2:4

Look for it as you would look for silver. Search for it as you would search for hidden treasure.

Proverbs 8:19

My fruit is better than fine gold. My gifts are better than the finest silver.

Ecclesiastes 7:11

Wisdom is a good thing. It’s like getting a share of the family wealth. It benefits those who live on this earth.

Matthew 16:26

What good is it if someone gains the whole world but loses their soul? Or what can anyone trade for their soul?

Revelation 3:18

So here’s my advice. Buy from me gold made pure by fire. Then you will become rich. Buy from me white clothes to wear. Then you will be able to cover the shame of your naked bodies. And buy from me healing lotion to put on your eyes. Then you will be able to see.