Old Testament · Wisdom
Proverbs 15:16
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Better is little with the fear of the Lord than great treasure and trouble therewith.
About Proverbs 15:16
In Proverbs, Proverbs 15:16 addresses the theme of Contentment in the Bible and Simplicity in the Bible with clarity and depth. This Old Testament wisdom text remains central to Christian understanding and devotional practice on this subject.
Related Verses
- Philippians 4:11
“Not that I speak in respect of want: for I have learned, in whatsoever state I am, therewith to be content.”
- 1 Timothy 6:6
“But godliness with contentment is great gain.”
- Hebrews 13:5
“Let your conversation be without covetousness; and be content with such things as ye have: for he hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee.”
- Philippians 4:12
“I know both how to be abased, and I know how to abound: every where and in all things I am instructed both to be full and to be hungry, both to abound and to suffer need.”
- Psalms 23:1
“The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.”
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Read a prayer for Contentment in the Bible →How to Apply Proverbs 15:16
Use Proverbs 15:16 as a daily declaration. Speak it over your circumstances, inserting your name where relevant. Let its promise from Proverbs anchor your perspective as you navigate decisions related to on the theme of Contentment in the Bible, and share it with one person who might need it today.