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# proverb, proverbs, discourse
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## Definition:
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A proverb is a short statement that expresses some wisdom or truth.
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* Proverbs are powerful because they are easy to remember and repeat.
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* Often a proverb will include practical examples from everyday life.
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* Some proverbs are very clear and direct, while others are more difficult to understand.
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* King Solomon was known for his wisdom and wrote over 1,000 proverbs.
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* Jesus often used proverbs or parables when he taught people.
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* Ways to translate "proverb" could include "wise saying" or "true word."
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(See also: [Solomon](../names/solomon.md), [true](../kt/true.md), [wise](../kt/wise.md))
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## Bible References:
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* [1 Kings 04:32-34](rc://en/tn/help/1ki/04/32)
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* [1 Samuel 24:12-13](rc://en/tn/help/1sa/24/12)
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* [2 Peter 02:22](rc://en/tn/help/2pe/02/22)
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* [Luke 04:24](rc://en/tn/help/luk/04/24)
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* [Proverbs 01:1-3](rc://en/tn/help/pro/01/01)
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## Word Data:
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* Strong's: H2420, H4911, H4912, G3850, G3942
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