"A Practical Training Useful manual labor is a part of the gospel plan. The Great Teacher, enshrouded in the pillar of cloud, gave directions to Israel that every youth should be taught some line of useful employment. Therefore it was the custom of the Jews, the wealthy as well as the poorer classes, to teach their sons and daughters some useful trade, so that, should adverse circumstances arise, they would not be dependent upon others, but would be able to provide for their own necessities. They might be instructed in literary lines, but they must also be trained to some craft. This was deemed an indispensable part of their education. CT 307"
"Them hath he filled with wisdom of heart, to work all manner of work, of the engraver, and of the cunning workman, and of the embroiderer, in blue, and in purple, in scarlet, and in fine linen, and of the weaver, even of them that do any work, and of those that devise cunning work."
The EGW passage directly references the idea that every youth should be taught a trade, drawing a parallel to the instructions given to Israel. Exodus 35:35 provides an example of the skills and craftsmanship valued in that society, supporting the idea of practical training. The connection is valid.
"Seest thou a man diligent in his business? he shall stand before kings; he shall not stand before mean men."
Both passages emphasize the value of diligence and skill in one's work. The EGW quote speaks of the importance of learning a trade to be self-sufficient, while Proverbs 22:29 highlights the reward of diligence, leading to success and recognition. The connection is thematic and relevant.