Proverbs 30:19 Meaning
The way of an eagle in the air; the way of a serpent upon a rock; the way of a ship in the midst of the sea; and the way of a man with a maid.
Context Explained
17The eye that mocketh at his father, and despiseth to obey his mother, the ravens of the valley shall pick it out, and the young eagles shall eat it.
18There be three things which are too wonderful for me, yea, four which I know not:
19The way of an eagle in the air; the way of a serpent upon a rock; the way of a ship in the midst of the sea; and the way of a man with a maid.
20Such is the way of an adulterous woman; she eateth, and wipeth her mouth, and saith, I have done no wickedness.
21For three things the earth is disquieted, and for four which it cannot bear:
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Job 12:7-9
Both verses encourage learning from the natural world to gain wisdom.
Ecclesiastes 3:1
Both reflect on the order and ways of creation, emphasizing the wisdom inherent in it.
Romans 1:20
Paul speaks of God's attributes being visible in creation, echoing the theme of wisdom in nature.
Source: Proverbs 30:19