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What is a proverb in the Bible?



      

Proverbs 1:1 - 33

ESV - 1 The proverbs of Solomon, son of David, king of Israel: 2 To know wisdom and instruction, to understand words of insight.

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Shea S. Michael Houdmann Supporter Got Questions Ministries
While many questions can be asked and answered about the biblical book of Proverbs, ascertaining the exact definition of a proverb, including its form, purpose, and interpretation, is rather diffic...

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Dq 3 Don Quinn Supporter Maintenance Man at a senior apartment building.
I have been taught an easy definition for Proverbs "An Earthly story with a Heavenly meaning" That puts it all in a nutshell.

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