Ecclesiastes 10:12 Cross References

Ecclesiastes 10:12

12: It is pleasant to listen to wise words, but the speech of fools brings them to ruin.

Proverbs 15:2

  1. The wise person makes learning a joy; fools spout only foolishness.

Luke 4:22

  1. All who were there spoke well of him and were amazed by the gracious words that fell from his lips. "How can this be?" they asked. "Isn't this Joseph's son?"

Proverbs 22:11

  1. Anyone who loves a pure heart and gracious speech is the king's friend.

Colossians 4:6

  1. Let your conversation be gracious and effective so that you will have the right answer for everyone.

Proverbs 10:20

  1. The words of the godly are like sterling silver; the heart of a fool is worthless.
  2. The godly give good advice, but fools are destroyed by their lack of common sense.

Proverbs 22:17

  1. Listen to the words of the wise; apply your heart to my instruction.
  2. For it is good to keep these sayings deep within yourself, always ready on your lips.

Proverbs 10:31

  1. The godly person gives wise advice, but the tongue that deceives will be cut off.
  2. The godly speak words that are helpful, but the wicked speak only what is corrupt.

Ephesians 4:29

  1. Don't use foul or abusive language. Let everything you say be good and helpful, so that your words will be an encouragement to those who hear them.

Proverbs 10:13

  1. Wise words come from the lips of people with understanding, but fools will be punished with a rod.
  2. Wise people treasure knowledge, but the babbling of a fool invites trouble.

Job 4:3

  1. "In the past you have encouraged many a troubled soul to trust in God; you have supported those who were weak.
  2. Your words have strengthened the fallen; you steadied those who wavered.

Proverbs 10:8

  1. The wise are glad to be instructed, but babbling fools fall flat on their faces.

1 Kings 20:40

  1. But while I was busy doing something else, the prisoner disappeared!Well, it's your own fault," the king replied. "You have determined your own judgment."
  2. Then the prophet pulled the bandage from his eyes, and the king of Israel recognized him as one of the prophets.
  3. And the prophet told him, "This is what the LORD says: Because you have spared the man I said must be destroyed, now you must die in his place, and your people will die instead of his people."

Psalms 64:8

  1. Their own words will be turned against them, destroying them. All who see it happening will shake their heads in scorn.

Psalms 71:15

  1. I will tell everyone about your righteousness. All day long I will proclaim your saving power, for I am overwhelmed by how much you have done for me.
  2. I will praise your mighty deeds, O Sovereign LORD. I will tell everyone that you alone are just and good.
  3. O God, you have taught me from my earliest childhood, and I have constantly told others about the wonderful things you do.
  4. Now that I am old and gray, do not abandon me, O God. Let me proclaim your power to this new generation, your mighty miracles to all who come after me.

Proverbs 15:23

  1. Everyone enjoys a fitting reply; it is wonderful to say the right thing at the right time!

Psalms 140:9

  1. Let my enemies be destroyed by the very evil they have planned for me.

Matthew 12:35

  1. A good person produces good words from a good heart, and an evil person produces evil words from an evil heart.

Proverbs 12:13

  1. The wicked are trapped by their own words, but the godly escape such trouble.
  2. People can get many good things by the words they say; the work of their hands also gives them many benefits.

Psalms 37:30

  1. The godly offer good counsel; they know what is right from wrong.

Luke 19:22

  1. "'You wicked servant!' the king roared. 'Hard, am I? If you knew so much about me and how tough I am,

Proverbs 31:26

  1. When she speaks, her words are wise, and kindness is the rule when she gives instructions.

Proverbs 19:5

  1. A false witness will not go unpunished, nor will a liar escape.

Psalms 40:9

  1. I have told all your people about your justice. I have not been afraid to speak out, as you, O LORD, well know.
  2. I have not kept this good news hidden in my heart; I have talked about your faithfulness and saving power. I have told everyone in the great assembly of your unfailing love and faithfulness.

Proverbs 10:10

  1. People who wink at wrong cause trouble, but a bold reproof promotes peace.

Proverbs 16:21

  1. The wise are known for their understanding, and instruction is appreciated if it's well presented.
  2. Discretion is a life-giving fountain to those who possess it, but discipline is wasted on fools.
  3. From a wise mind comes wise speech; the words of the wise are persuasive.
  4. Kind words are like honey--sweet to the soul and healthy for the body.

Job 16:5

  1. But that's not what I would do. I would speak in a way that helps you. I would try to take away your grief.

Proverbs 18:6

  1. Fools get into constant quarrels; they are asking for a beating.
  2. The mouths of fools are their ruin; their lips get them into trouble.
  3. What dainty morsels rumors are--but they sink deep into one's heart.

Proverbs 25:11

  1. Timely advice is as lovely as golden apples in a silver basket.
  2. Valid criticism is as treasured by the one who heeds it as jewelry made from finest gold.

Proverbs 12:18

  1. Some people make cutting remarks, but the words of the wise bring healing.

Proverbs 26:9

  1. A proverb in a fool's mouth is as dangerous as a thornbush brandished by a drunkard.

2 Samuel 1:16

  1. "You die self-condemned," David said, "for you yourself confessed that you killed the LORD's anointed one."
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