Proverbs 1:1

New International Version

The proverbs of Solomon son of David, king of Israel:

Cross References

1 Kings 2:12

So Solomon sat on the throne of his father David, and his rule was firmly established.

1 Kings 5:12

The Lord gave Solomon wisdom, just as he had promised him. There were peaceful relations between Hiram and Solomon, and the two of them made a treaty.

1 Chronicles 22:9

But you will have a son who will be a man of peace and rest, and I will give him rest from all his enemies on every side. His name will be Solomon, and I will grant Israel peace and quiet during his reign.

1 Chronicles 28:5

Of all my sons—and the Lord has given me many—he has chosen my son Solomon to sit on the throne of the kingdom of the Lord over Israel.

1 Chronicles 29:23

So Solomon sat on the throne of the Lord as king in place of his father David. He prospered and all Israel obeyed him.

1 Chronicles 29:28

He died at a good old age, having enjoyed long life, wealth and honor. His son Solomon succeeded him as king.

Proverbs 10:1

The proverbs of Solomon: A wise son brings joy to his father, but a foolish son brings grief to his mother.

Proverbs 22:21

teaching you to be honest and to speak the truth, so that you bring back truthful reports to those you serve?

Proverbs 25:1

These are more proverbs of Solomon, compiled by the men of Hezekiah king of Judah:

Ecclesiastes 1:1

The words of the Teacher, son of David, king in Jerusalem:

Ecclesiastes 12:9

Not only was the Teacher wise, but he also imparted knowledge to the people. He pondered and searched out and set in order many proverbs.

John 16:25

“Though I have been speaking figuratively, a time is coming when I will no longer use this kind of language but will tell you plainly about my Father.