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# proverb #
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## Definition: ##
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A proverb is a short statement that expresses some wisdom or truth.
* 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.
* Some proverbs are very clear and direct, while others are more difficult to understand.
* 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](../other/solomon.md), [true](../kt/true.md), [wise](../kt/wise.md))
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## Bible References: ##
* [1 Kings 04:32-34](en/tn/1ki/help/04/32)
* [1 Samuel 24:12-13](en/tn/1sa/help/24/12)
* [2 Peter 02:20-22](en/tn/2pe/help/02/20)
* [Luke 04:23-24](en/tn/luk/help/04/23)
* [Proverbs 01:1-3](en/tn/pro/help/01/01)
## Word Data:##
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