Proverbs 1:8

The Passion Translation

Pay close attention, my child, to your father’s wise words and never forget your mother’s instructions.

Cross References

Proverbs 1:10

When peer pressure compels you to go with the crowd and sinners invite you to join in, you must simply say, “No!”

Proverbs 1:15

my son, refuse to go with them and stay far away from them.

Proverbs 2:1

My child, will you treasure my wisdom? Then, and only then, will you acquire it. And only if you accept my advice and hide it within will you succeed.

Proverbs 23:22

Give respect to your father and mother, for without them you wouldn’t even be here. And don’t neglect them when they grow old.

Proverbs 3:1

My child, if you truly want a long and satisfying life, never forget the things that I’ve taught you. Follow closely every truth that I’ve given you. Then you will have a full, rewarding life.

Proverbs 30:17

The eye that mocks his father and dishonors his elderly mother deserves to be plucked out by the ravens of the valley and fed to the young vultures!

Proverbs 31:1

King Lemuel’s royal words of wisdom: These are the inspired words my mother taught me.

Proverbs 5:13

Why didn’t I take seriously the warning of my wise counselors? Why was I so stupid to think that I could get away with it?

Proverbs 6:20

My son, obey your father’s godly instruction and follow your mother’s life-giving teaching.

Proverbs 7:1

Stick close to my instruction, my son, and follow all my advice.

Jeremiah 35:8

Our clan has always fully obeyed the command of Jonadab son of Rechab, our ancestor. To this very day, we and our wives, sons, and daughters don’t drink wine, build houses, or plant vineyards or crops. And we have lived in tents.

Matthew 9:2

Just then some people brought a paraplegic man to him, lying on a sleeping mat. When Jesus perceived the strong faith within their hearts, he said to the paralyzed man, “My son, be encouraged, for your sins have been forgiven.”

Matthew 9:22

Just then Jesus turned around and looked at her and said, “My daughter, be encouraged. Your faith has healed you.” And instantly she was healed!

2 Timothy 1:5

as I think of your strong faith that was passed down through your family line. It began with your grandmother Lois, who passed it on to your dear mother, Eunice. And it’s clear that you too are following in the footsteps of their godly example.

Ruth 3:6

That evening, Ruth went down to the threshing floor and did all her mother-in-law had told her to do.