The Bible – Old Testament Proverbs Introduction The first word of this book, MISHLE, has provided the title by which it is generally designated in Jewish and Christian circles. The name «Proverbs,» while not an exact equivalent of MISHLE, describes the main contents satisfactorily, even though it is hardly an adequate designation for such parts… Seguir leyendo Proverbs – Introduction
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Proverbs
Proverbs – Chapter 9
The Bible – Old Testament Proverbs Chapter 9 1 1 Wisdom has built her house, she has set up her seven columns; 2 She has dressed her meat, mixed her wine, yes, she has spread her table. 3 2 She has sent out her maidens; she calls from the heights out over the city: 4 «Let whoever… Seguir leyendo Proverbs – Chapter 9
Proverbs – Chapter 15
The Bible – Old Testament Proverbs Chapter 15 1 A mild answer calms wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger. 2 The tongue of the wise pours out knowledge, but the mouth of fools spurts forth folly. 3 The eyes of the LORD are in every place, keeping watch on the evil and the… Seguir leyendo Proverbs – Chapter 15
Proverbs – Chapter 1
The Bible – Old Testament Proverbs Chapter 1 1 1 The Proverbs of Solomon, the son of David, king of Israel: 2 2 That men may appreciate wisdom and discipline, may understand words of intelligence; 3 May receive training in wise conduct, in what is right, just and honest; 4 3 That resourcefulness may be imparted to the… Seguir leyendo Proverbs – Chapter 1
Proverbs – Chapter 2
The Bible – Old Testament Proverbs Chapter 2 1 1 2 My son, if you receive my words and treasure my commands, 2 3 Turning your ear to wisdom, inclining your heart to understanding; 3 Yes, if you call to intelligence, and to understanding raise your voice; 4 If you seek her like silver, and like hidden treasures… Seguir leyendo Proverbs – Chapter 2
Proverbs – Chapter 3
The Bible – Old Testament Proverbs Chapter 3 1 1 My son, forget not my teaching, keep in mind my commands; 2 For many days, and years of life, and peace, will they bring you. 3 Let not kindness and fidelity leave you; bind them around your neck; 4 Then will you win favor and good… Seguir leyendo Proverbs – Chapter 3
Proverbs – Chapter 4
The Bible – Old Testament Proverbs Chapter 4 1 1 Hear, O children, a father’s instruction, be attentive, that you may gain understanding! 2 Yes, excellent advice I give you; my teaching do not forsake. 3 When I was my father’s child, frail, yet the darling of my mother, 4 He taught me, and said to… Seguir leyendo Proverbs – Chapter 4
Proverbs – Chapter 5
The Bible – Old Testament Proverbs Chapter 5 1 1 My son, to my wisdom be attentive, to my knowledge incline your ear, 2 That discretion may watch over you, and understanding may guard you. 3 The lips of an adulteress drip with honey, and her mouth is smoother than oil; 4 But in the end… Seguir leyendo Proverbs – Chapter 5
Proverbs – Chapter 6
The Bible – Old Testament Proverbs Chapter 6 1 1 2 My son, if you have become surety to your neighbor, given your hand in pledge to another, 2 You have been snared by the utterance of your lips, caught by the words of your mouth; 3 So do this, my son, to free yourself, since you… Seguir leyendo Proverbs – Chapter 6