Proverbs 15:20

The Scriptures 2009

A wise son makes a father glad, But a foolish man despises his mother.

Cross References

1 Kings 1:48

“And the sovereign also said thus, ‘Blessed be יהוה Elohim of Yisra’ĕl, who has given one to sit on my throne this day, while my eyes see it!’ ”

1 Kings 2:9

“And now, do not leave him unpunished, for you are a wise man and know what you should do to him, and shall bring his grey hair down to She’ol with blood.”

1 Kings 5:7

And it came to be, when Ḥiram heard the words of Shelomoh, that he rejoiced greatly and said, “Blessed be יהוה this day, for He has given Dawiḏ a wise son over this great people!”

Exodus 20:12

“Respect your father and your mother, so that your days are prolonged upon the soil which יהוה your Elohim is giving you.

Proverbs 10:1

Proverbs of Shelomoh: A wise son makes a father rejoice, But a foolish son is his mother’s sorrow.

Proverbs 13:1

A wise son accepts his father’s discipline, But a scoffer shall not listen to rebuke.

Proverbs 15:19

The way of a lazy one is like a hedge of thorns, But the way of the straight is a highway.

Proverbs 23:22

Listen to your father who brought you forth, And do not despise your mother when she is old.

Proverbs 23:24

The father of the righteous greatly rejoices, And he who brings forth a wise one delights in him.

Proverbs 29:3

He who loves wisdom gladdens his father, But a companion of whores destroys wealth.

Proverbs 30:17

An eye that mocks his father, And scorns to obey his mother – Ravens of the wadi dig it out, And young eagles eat it!

Leviticus 19:3

‘Each one of you should fear his mother and his father, and guard My Sabbaths. I am יהוה your Elohim.

Philippians 2:22

But you know he has proven himself, that as a son with his father he served with me for the Good News.