Proverbs 20:27
The Scripture
(27) The spirit of man is the candle of the LORD, searching all the inward parts of the belly.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
In this chapter the king of Israel is warned against the folly of the wicked, who boast of their strength but lack true wisdom, and the passage contrasts the fleeting nature of power with the lasting value of prudence. The passage also reflects on the consequences of pride and the importance of humility, urging listeners to seek knowledge rather than rely on empty boasts.
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Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Genesis 2:7Job 32:8Romans 2:15I Corinthians 2:11II Corinthians 4:2II Corinthians 4:3II Corinthians 4:4II Corinthians 4:5II Corinthians 4:6I John 3:19I John 3:20I John 3:21
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