Proverbs 25:3 Meaning
The heaven for height, and the earth for depth, and the heart of kings is unsearchable.
Context Explained
1These are also proverbs of Solomon, which the men of Hezekiah king of Judah copied out.
2It is the glory of God to conceal a thing: but the honour of kings is to search out a matter.
3The heaven for height, and the earth for depth, and the heart of kings is unsearchable.
4Take away the dross from the silver, and there shall come forth a vessel for the finer.
5Take away the wicked from before the king, and his throne shall be established in righteousness.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Romans 11:33
Both verses reflect on the unsearchable nature of God's wisdom.
Proverbs 25:2
Both verses emphasize the glory of God in concealing matters.
Ecclesiastes 8:17
Both verses acknowledge the limits of human understanding.
Source: Proverbs 25:3