Synopsis
This historic book may have numerous typos and missing text. Purchasers can usually download a free scanned copy of the original book (without typos) from the publisher. Not indexed. Not illustrated. 1839 edition. Excerpt: ... 27 The sluggard will not roast what he hath caught in hunting: But the substance of a diligent man is precious. 28 In the road of righteousness is life: And in the way and the path thereof there is no death. CHAPTER XIII. 1 A Wise son loveth the instruction of a father: But a scoffer listeneth not to rebuke. 2 By the fruit of the mouth a man shall eat what is good: But the soul of transgressors shall eat violence. 3 He that keeh his mouth keeh his life: But he that openeth wide his lips--it is his ruin. 4 The sluggard desireth vehemently, and there is no thing for him: But the soul of the diligent shall be made fat. 5 The righteous man hateth a lying word: But the wicked man causeth abomination and shame. 6 Righteousness will keep him who is upright in the way: But wickedness will pervert the sin offering to destruction. 7 There is who proclaimeth himself rich while he has nothing: There is who proclaimeth himself poor while he has great wealth. 8 A man's ransom is his wealth: But the poor man heareth not rebuke. 9 The light of the righteous giveth joy: But the lamp of the wicked shall be extinguished. 10 Only by pride cometh contention: But with the well-aded is wisdom. 11 Wealth derived from vanity shall waste: But he that gathereth slowly will be rich. 12 Hope deferred is the sickness of the heart: But a tree of life is the desire when it comes. 13 He that despiseth the word shall be destroyed: But he that feareth the commandment shall be rewarded. r-to 14 The law of the wise is a fountain of life To him who departs from the snares of death. 15 A good understanding procureth favour: But the way of transgressors is hard. 16 Every prudent man will act with knowledge: But the fool will display folly. 17 A wicked messenger will...
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Présentation de l'éditeur
In the day we live in daily devotions has become so complex. Everyone has their own way of how you should do your daily devotions. The proverbs of Solomon is a key book in the bible with 31 chapters. This book is meant to be read, one chapter a day. We'd all like to say that we should read the bible through in a year, however, I think you will find the Book of Proverbs to be all you need on a regular basis. The wisdom this book provides for your daily devotions is beyond any other book in the world. The Book of Proverbs was written by the wisest man who ever lived, and he explains about life, and the meaning of life. He tells you what's important, and how you should act. He tells you how to handle money, and how to handle people. He tells you how to handle your spouse, and how to work, and when to rest. He gives purpose to the lives who are missing purpose. Inside this book is a wealth of information, and it's something you should read every day. Use this for your daily devotion, and focus on the truths King Solomon provides. Watch your life change for the better.
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