Proverbs

1. A soft answer. This statement is so true that even when the procedure is used by skillful deceivers, the...

1. In man. This verse should be translated so as to show the contrast that is evident in Hebrew, “The...

1. Sacrifices. Only a part of the animal for a peace offering was burned. The rest, except for the portion...

1. Through desire. The verse reads literally, “One who is separated seeks for desire; he bursts out against all sound...

1. His integrity. “Poor but honest” may have been derived from this proverb. A proverb closely parallel substitutes “rich” for...