Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Summary
Behold, these are the ungodly, who prosper in the world; they increase in riches.
Prosper
General references
Bible References
These
Psalm 37:35
I once observed a wicked and oppressive person, flourishing like a green tree in native soil.
Psalm 52:7
"Look, here is a young man who refused to make God his strength; instead, he trusted in his great wealth and made his wickedness his strength.
Jeremiah 12:1
You are righteous, LORD, even when I bring a complaint to you. But I want to discuss justice with you. Why does the way of the wicked prosper, while all who are treacherous are at ease?
Luke 16:19
"Once there was a rich man who used to dress in purple and fine linen and live in great luxury every day.
James 5:1
Now listen, you rich people! Cry and moan over the miseries that are overtaking you.
Prosper
Psalm 73:3
For I was envious of the proud when I observed the prosperity of the wicked.
They
Psalm 17:14
from men, LORD, by your hand from men who belong to this world, whose reward is only in this life. But as for your treasured ones, may their stomachs be full, may their children have an abundance, and may they leave wealth to their offspring.
Psalm 62:10
Don't trust in oppression or put false hope in stealing; if you become wealthy, do not set your heart on it.
Jeremiah 5:17
"They'll devour your harvest and your food. They'll devour your sons and your daughters. They'll devour your vines and your fig trees. With their swords they'll batter down your fortified cities in which you trust.
Hosea 12:7
"Now as for the merchant, deceitful balances remain in his hand, and he loves to defraud.
General references
Job 34:8
traffics in those who practice evil, and walks with wicked people?
Psalm 94:19
When my anxious inner thoughts become overwhelming, your comfort encourages me.