Proverbs 26:1
The Scripture
(1) As snow in summer, and as rain in harvest, so honour is not seemly for a fool.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
In this chapter the king of Israel is warned about the danger of lying and the consequences of false speech. The text contrasts the wisdom of truth with the folly of deceit, showing how lies can bring ruin and how honesty leads to peace. It also mentions the importance of guarding one's tongue and speaking only what is true.
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Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
I Samuel 12:17I Samuel 12:18Proverbs 26:3Proverbs 28:16Judges 9:7Judges 9:20Judges 9:56Judges 9:57Esther 3:1Esther 3:2Esther 3:3Esther 3:4
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