Treasury of Scripture Knowledge

Summary

The hoary head is a crown of glory, if it be found in the way of righteousness.

General references

Bible References

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Genesis 47:7
Joseph then brought his father Jacob and presented him before Pharaoh, and Jacob blessed Pharaoh.
1 Samuel 12:2
Now you can see that the king is leading you. As for me, I’m old and gray, and my sons are here with you. I have led you from my youth until today.
1 Chronicles 29:10
Then David praised the Lord in the sight of all the assembly. David said,

May You be praised, Lord God of our father Israel, from eternity to eternity.
Ecclesiastes 4:13
Better is a poor but wise youth than an old but foolish king who no longer pays attention to warnings.
Luke 1:6
Both were righteous in God’s sight, living without blame according to all the commands and requirements of the Lord.
Luke 2:29
Now, Master,
You can dismiss Your slave in peace,
as You promised.
Philemon 1:9
I appeal to you, instead, on the basis of love. I, Paul, as an elderly man and now also as a prisoner of Christ Jesus,

General references

Leviticus 19:32
“You are to rise in the presence of the elderly and honor the old. Fear your God; I am Yahweh.
Job 32:7
I thought that age should speak
and maturity should teach wisdom.

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