Bible Cross References
For the merchandise of it is better than the merchandise of silver, and the gain thereof than fine gold.
Proverbs 2:4
Look for it as hard as you would for silver or some hidden treasure.
Proverbs 8:10
Choose my instruction instead of silver; choose knowledge rather than the finest gold.
Proverbs 8:11
"I am Wisdom, I am better than jewels; nothing you want can compare with me.
Proverbs 8:19
What you get from me is better than the finest gold, better than the purest silver.
Proverbs 16:16
It is better---much better---to have wisdom and knowledge than gold and silver.
2 Chronicles 1:11
God replied to Solomon, "You have made the right choice. Instead of asking for wealth or treasure or fame or the death of your enemies or even for long life for yourself, you have asked for wisdom and knowledge so that you can rule my people, over whom I have made you king.
2 Chronicles 1:12
I will give you wisdom and knowledge. And in addition, I will give you more wealth, treasure, and fame than any king has ever had before or will ever have again."
Job 28:13-19
13
Wisdom is not to be found among mortals; No one knows its true value.
14
The depths of the oceans and seas Say that wisdom is not found there.
15
It cannot be bought with silver or gold.
16
The finest gold and jewels Cannot equal its value.
17
It is worth more than gold, Than a gold vase or finest glass.
18
The value of wisdom is more Than coral or crystal or rubies.
19
The finest topaz and the purest gold Cannot compare with the value of wisdom.
Psalm 119:72
The law that you gave means more to me than all the money in the world.
Psalm 119:111
Your commandments are my eternal possession; they are the joy of my heart.
Psalm 119:162
How happy I am because of your promises--- as happy as someone who finds rich treasure.
Matthew 16:26
Will you gain anything if you win the whole world but lose your life? Of course not! There is nothing you can give to regain your life.
Philippians 3:8
Not only those things; I reckon everything as complete loss for the sake of what is so much more valuable, the knowledge of Christ Jesus my Lord. For his sake I have thrown everything away; I consider it all as mere garbage, so that I may gain Christ
Philippians 3:9
and be completely united with him. I no longer have a righteousness of my own, the kind that is gained by obeying the Law. I now have the righteousness that is given through faith in Christ, the righteousness that comes from God and is based on faith.
Revelation 3:18
I advise you, then, to buy gold from me, pure gold, in order to be rich. Buy also white clothing to dress yourself and cover up your shameful nakedness. Buy also some ointment to put on your eyes, so that you may see.