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On the Hebrew text. The Hebrew follows the Masoretic Text in the Leningrad tradition, as represented by standard diplomatic editions in their main wording; distinctively copyrighted critical apparatus is not reproduced. Versification follows the MT.

The Book of Proverbs (MT) — Interlinear Summary

A consolidated companion to the Masoretic-Text Proverbs data set: each chapter rendered as a six-tier Hebrew reverse-interlinear (Hebrew · gloss · parsing · syntax · semantic force · lexical note), with per-verse discourse analysis and a chapter argument-outline.

This document gathers, for each annotated chapter, the theme, the argument outline, and the textual / exegetical note (the text_note of each file, with the shared critical-text preface removed since it is stated once above). Wisdom instruction, fear of the LORD, and the way of righteousness. The Hebrew follows the Masoretic Text in the Leningrad tradition (Westminster Leningrad Codex / OSHB); distinctively copyrighted apparatus is not reproduced, and Hebrew (MT) versification is used throughout.

Scope. 31 chapters · 915 verses · 6,984 annotated words.

Proverbs

Proverbs 1 — משלי 1

Theme. Proverbs 1 (33 verses in the MT) opens: The proverbs of Solomon the son of David, king of Israel; The middle of the chapter continues: Surely in vain the net is spread in the sight of any bird. It closes: But whoso hearkeneth to me shall dwell safely, and shall be quiet from fear of evil.

Outline.

Textual note. Proverbs 1 comprises 33 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-7) — The proverbs of Solomon the son of David, king of Israel;. The proverbs of Solomon the son of David, king of Israel; To know wisdom and instruction; to perceive the words of understanding; To receive the instruction of wisdom, justice, and judgment, and equity; To give subtilty to the simple, to the young man knowledge and discretion. A wise will hear, and will increase learning; and a man of understanding shall. Movement II (vv. 8-14) — My son, hear the instruction of your father, and forsake not the law of. My son, hear the instruction of your father, and forsake not the law of your mother: For they an ornament of grace to your head, and chains about your neck. My son, if sinners entice you, consent you not. If they say, Come with us, let us lay wait for blood, let us lurk privily for the innocent without cause: Let us swallow them up alive as the grave; and. Movement III (vv. 15-21) — My son, walk not you in the way with them; refrain your foot from their. My son, walk not you in the way with them; refrain your foot from their path: For their feet run to evil, and make haste to shed blood. Surely in vain the net is spread in the sight of any bird. And they lay wait for their blood; they lurk privily for their lives. So the ways of every one that is greedy of gain; taketh away the life of the owners thereof.. Movement IV (vv. 22-28) — How long, you simple ones, will you love simplicity? and the scorners de. How long, you simple ones, will you love simplicity? and the scorners delight in their scorning, and fools hate knowledge? Turn you at my reproof: behold, I will pour out my spirit to you, I will make known my words to you. Because I have called, and you refused; I have stretched out my hand, and no man regarded; But you have set at nought all my counsel,. Movement V (vv. 29-33) — For that they hated knowledge, and did not choose the fear of YHWH:. For that they hated knowledge, and did not choose the fear of YHWH: They would none of my counsel: they despised all my reproof. Therefore shall they eat of the fruit of their own way, and be filled with their own devices. For the turning away of the simple shall slay them, and the prosperity of fools shall destroy them. But whoso hearkeneth to me shall. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

Proverbs 2 — משלי 2

Theme. Proverbs 2 (22 verses in the MT) opens: My son, if you will receive my words, and hide my commandments with you; The middle of the chapter continues: To deliver you from the way of the evil , from the man that speaketh froward things; It closes: But the wicked shall be cut off from the earth, and the transgressors shall be rooted out of it.

Outline.

Textual note. Proverbs 2 comprises 22 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-5) — My son, if you will receive my words, and hide my commandments with you;. My son, if you will receive my words, and hide my commandments with you; So that you incline your ear to wisdom, apply your heart to understanding; Yea, if you criest after knowledge, liftest up your voice for understanding; If you seekest her as silver, and searchest for her as hid treasures; Then shall you understand the fear of YHWH, and find the. Movement II (vv. 6-10) — For YHWH giveth wisdom: out of his mouth knowledge and understanding. For YHWH giveth wisdom: out of his mouth knowledge and understanding. He layeth up sound wisdom for the righteous: a buckler to them that walk uprightly. He keepeth the paths of judgment, and preserveth the way of his saints. Then shall you understand righteousness, and judgment, and equity; , every good path. When wisdom entereth into your heart, and. Movement III (vv. 11-15) — Discretion shall preserve you, understanding shall keep you:. Discretion shall preserve you, understanding shall keep you: To deliver you from the way of the evil , from the man that speaketh froward things; Who leave the paths of uprightness, to walk in the ways of darkness; Who rejoice to do evil, delight in the frowardness of the wicked; Whose ways crooked, and froward in their paths: Movement IV (vv. 16-20) — To deliver you from the strange woman, from the stranger flattereth with. To deliver you from the strange woman, from the stranger flattereth with her words; Which forsaketh the guide of her youth, and forgetteth the covenant of her God. For her house inclineth to death, and her paths to the dead. None that go to her return again, neither take they hold of the paths of life. That you mayest walk in the way of good , and keep the. Movement V (vv. 21-22) — For the upright shall dwell in the land, and the perfect shall remain in. For the upright shall dwell in the land, and the perfect shall remain in it. But the wicked shall be cut off from the earth, and the transgressors shall be rooted out of it. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

Proverbs 3 — משלי 3

Theme. Proverbs 3 (35 verses in the MT) opens: My son, forget not my law; but let your heart keep my commandments: The middle of the chapter continues: She a tree of life to them that lay hold upon her: and happy that retaineth her. It closes: The wise shall inherit glory: but shame shall be the promotion of fools.

Outline.

Textual note. Proverbs 3 comprises 35 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-7) — My son, forget not my law; but let your heart keep my commandments:. My son, forget not my law; but let your heart keep my commandments: For length of days, and long life, and peace, shall they add to you. Let not mercy and truth forsake you: bind them about your neck; write them upon the table of your heart: So shall you find favour and good understanding in the sight of God and man. Trust in YHWH with all your heart; and. Movement II (vv. 8-14) — It shall be health to your navel, and marrow to your bones. It shall be health to your navel, and marrow to your bones. Honour YHWH with your substance, and with the firstfruits of all your increase: So shall your barns be filled with plenty, and your presses shall burst out with new wine. My son, despise not the chastening of YHWH; neither be weary of his correction: For whom YHWH loveth he correcteth; even as a. Movement III (vv. 15-21) — She more precious than rubies: and all the things you canst desire are n. She more precious than rubies: and all the things you canst desire are not to be compared to her. Length of days in her right hand; in her left hand riches and honour. Her ways ways of pleasantness, and all her paths peace. She a tree of life to them that lay hold upon her: and happy that retaineth her. YHWH by wisdom has founded the earth; by understanding. Movement IV (vv. 22-28) — So shall they be life to your soul, and grace to your neck. So shall they be life to your soul, and grace to your neck. Then shall you walk in your way safely, and your foot shall not stumble. When you liest down, you shall not be afraid: yea, you shall lie down, and your sleep shall be sweet. Be not afraid of sudden fear, neither of the desolation of the wicked, when it cometh. For YHWH shall be your confidence,. Movement V (vv. 29-35) — Devise not evil against your neighbour, seeing he dwelleth securely by y. Devise not evil against your neighbour, seeing he dwelleth securely by you. Strive not with a man without cause, if he have done you no harm. Envy you not the oppressor, and choose none of his ways. For the froward abomination to YHWH: but his secret with the righteous. The curse of YHWH in the house of the wicked: but he blesseth the habitation of the. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

Proverbs 4 — משלי 4

Theme. Proverbs 4 (27 verses in the MT) opens: Hear, you children, the instruction of a father, and attend to know understanding. The middle of the chapter continues: Enter not into the path of the wicked, and go not in the way of evil . It closes: Turn not to the right hand nor to the left: remove your foot from evil.

Outline.

Textual note. Proverbs 4 comprises 27 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-6) — Hear, you children, the instruction of a father, and attend to know unde. Hear, you children, the instruction of a father, and attend to know understanding. For I give you good doctrine, forsake you not my law. For I was my father's son, tender and only in the sight of my mother. He taught me also, and said to me, Let your heart retain my words: keep my commandments, and live. Get wisdom, get understanding: forget not; neither. Movement II (vv. 7-12) — Wisdom the principal thing; get wisdom: and with all your getting get un. Wisdom the principal thing; get wisdom: and with all your getting get understanding. Exalt her, and she shall promote you: she shall bring you to honour, when you dost embrace her. She shall give to your head an ornament of grace: a crown of glory shall she deliver to you. Hear, O my son, and receive my sayings; and the years of your life shall be many. I. Movement III (vv. 13-18) — Take fast hold of instruction; let not go: keep her; for she your life. Take fast hold of instruction; let not go: keep her; for she your life. Enter not into the path of the wicked, and go not in the way of evil . Avoid it, pass not by it, turn from it, and pass away. For they sleep not, except they have done mischief; and their sleep is taken away, unless they cause to fall. For they eat the bread of wickedness, and drink the. Movement IV (vv. 19-24) — The way of the wicked as darkness: they know not at what they stumble. The way of the wicked as darkness: they know not at what they stumble. My son, attend to my words; incline your ear to my sayings. Let them not depart from your eyes; keep them in the midst of your heart. For they life to those that find them, and health to all their flesh. Keep your heart with all diligence; for out of it the issues of life. Put away from. Movement V (vv. 25-27) — Let your eyes look right on, and let your eyelids look straight before y. Let your eyes look right on, and let your eyelids look straight before you. Ponder the path of your feet, and let all your ways be established. Turn not to the right hand nor to the left: remove your foot from evil. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

Proverbs 5 — משלי 5

Theme. Proverbs 5 (23 verses in the MT) opens: My son, attend to my wisdom, bow your ear to my understanding: The middle of the chapter continues: And say, How have I hated instruction, and my heart despised reproof; It closes: He shall die without instruction; and in the greatness of his folly he shall go astray.

Outline.

Textual note. Proverbs 5 comprises 23 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-5) — My son, attend to my wisdom, bow your ear to my understanding:. My son, attend to my wisdom, bow your ear to my understanding: That you mayest regard discretion, and your lips may keep knowledge. For the lips of a strange woman drop an honeycomb, and her mouth smoother than oil: But her end is bitter as wormwood, sharp as a twoedged sword. Her feet go down to death; her steps take hold on hell. Movement II (vv. 6-10) — Lest you shouldest ponder the path of life, her ways are moveable, you c. Lest you shouldest ponder the path of life, her ways are moveable, you canst not know . Hear me now therefore, O you children, and depart not from the words of my mouth. Remove your way far from her, and come not nigh the door of her house: Lest you give your honour to others, and your years to the cruel: Lest strangers be filled with your wealth; and your. Movement III (vv. 11-15) — And you mourn at the last, when your flesh and your body are consumed. And you mourn at the last, when your flesh and your body are consumed, And say, How have I hated instruction, and my heart despised reproof; And have not obeyed the voice of my teachers, nor inclined mine ear to them that instructed me! I was almost in all evil in the midst of the congregation and assembly. Drink waters out of your own cistern, and running. Movement IV (vv. 16-20) — Let your fountains be dispersed abroad, rivers of waters in the streets. Let your fountains be dispersed abroad, rivers of waters in the streets. Let them be only your own, and not strangers' with you. Let your fountain be blessed: and rejoice with the wife of your youth. the loving hind and pleasant roe; let her breasts satisfy you at all times; and be you ravished always with her love. And why will you, my son, be ravished. Movement V (vv. 21-23) — For the ways of man before the eyes of YHWH, and he pondereth all his go. For the ways of man before the eyes of YHWH, and he pondereth all his goings. His own iniquities shall take the wicked himself, and he shall be holden with the cords of his sins. He shall die without instruction; and in the greatness of his folly he shall go astray. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

Proverbs 6 — משלי 6

Theme. Proverbs 6 (35 verses in the MT) opens: My son, if you be surety for your friend, you have stricken your hand with a stranger, The middle of the chapter continues: An heart that deviseth wicked imaginations, feet that be swift in running to mischief, It closes: He will not regard any ransom; neither will he rest content, though you givest many gifts.

Outline.

Textual note. Proverbs 6 comprises 35 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-7) — My son, if you be surety for your friend, you have stricken your hand wi. My son, if you be surety for your friend, you have stricken your hand with a stranger, You are snared with the words of your mouth, you are taken with the words of your mouth. Do this now, my son, and deliver thyself, when you are come into the hand of your friend; go, humble thyself, and make sure your friend. Give not sleep to your eyes, nor slumber to. Movement II (vv. 8-14) — Provideth her meat in the summer, gathereth her food in the harvest. Provideth her meat in the summer, gathereth her food in the harvest. How long will you sleep, O sluggard? when will you arise out of your sleep? a little sleep, a little slumber, a little folding of the hands to sleep: So shall your poverty come as one that travelleth, and your want as an armed man. A naughty person, a wicked man, walketh with a froward. Movement III (vv. 15-21) — Therefore shall his calamity come suddenly; suddenly shall he be broken. Therefore shall his calamity come suddenly; suddenly shall he be broken without remedy. These six does YHWH hate: yea, seven an abomination to him: A proud look, a lying tongue, and hands that shed innocent blood, An heart that deviseth wicked imaginations, feet that be swift in running to mischief, A false witness speaketh lies, and he that soweth discord. Movement IV (vv. 22-28) — When you goest, it shall lead you; when you sleepest, it shall keep you;. When you goest, it shall lead you; when you sleepest, it shall keep you; and you awakest, it shall talk with you. For the commandment a lamp; and the law light; and reproofs of instruction the way of life: To keep you from the evil woman, from the flattery of the tongue of a strange woman. Lust not after her beauty in your heart; neither let her take you. Movement V (vv. 29-35) — So he that goeth in to his neighbour's wife; whosoever toucheth her shal. So he that goeth in to his neighbour's wife; whosoever toucheth her shall not be innocent. do not despise a thief, if he steal to satisfy his soul when he is hungry; But he be found, he shall restore sevenfold; he shall give all the substance of his house. whoso committeth adultery with a woman lacketh understanding: he doeth it destroyeth his own soul. A. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

Proverbs 7 — משלי 7

Theme. Proverbs 7 (27 verses in the MT) opens: My son, keep my words, and lay up my commandments with you. The middle of the chapter continues: peace offerings with me; this day have I payed my vows. It closes: Her house the way to hell, going down to the chambers of death.

Outline.

Textual note. Proverbs 7 comprises 27 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-6) — My son, keep my words, and lay up my commandments with you. My son, keep my words, and lay up my commandments with you. Keep my commandments, and live; and my law as the apple of your eye. Bind them upon your fingers, write them upon the table of your heart. Say to wisdom, You my sister; and call understanding kinswoman: That they may keep you from the strange woman, from the stranger flattereth with her words. For. Movement II (vv. 7-12) — And beheld among the simple ones, I discerned among the youths, a young. And beheld among the simple ones, I discerned among the youths, a young man void of understanding, Passing through the street near her corner; and he went the way to her house, In the twilight, in the evening, in the black and dark night: And, behold, there met him a woman the attire of an harlot, and subtil of heart. (She loud and stubborn; her feet abide. Movement III (vv. 13-18) — So she caught him, and kissed him, with an impudent face said to him. So she caught him, and kissed him, with an impudent face said to him, peace offerings with me; this day have I payed my vows. Therefore came I forth to meet you, diligently to seek your face, and I have found you. I have decked my bed with coverings of tapestry, with carved , with fine linen of Egypt. I have perfumed my bed with myrrh, aloes, and cinnamon.. Movement IV (vv. 19-24) — For the goodman not at home, he is gone a long journey:. For the goodman not at home, he is gone a long journey: He has taken a bag of money with him, will come home at the day appointed. With her much fair speech she caused him to yield, with the flattering of her lips she forced him. He goeth after her straightway, as an ox goeth to the slaughter, or as a fool to the correction of the stocks; Till a dart strike. Movement V (vv. 25-27) — Let not your heart decline to her ways, go not astray in her paths. Let not your heart decline to her ways, go not astray in her paths. For she has cast down many wounded: yea, many strong have been slain by her. Her house the way to hell, going down to the chambers of death. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

Proverbs 8 — משלי 8

Theme. Proverbs 8 (36 verses in the MT) opens: Doth not wisdom cry? and understanding put forth her voice? The middle of the chapter continues: My fruit better than gold, yea, than fine gold; and my revenue than choice silver. It closes: But he that sinneth against me wrongeth his own soul: all they that hate me love death.

Outline.

Textual note. Proverbs 8 comprises 36 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-8) — Doth not wisdom cry? and understanding put forth her voice?. Doth not wisdom cry? and understanding put forth her voice? She standeth in the top of high places, by the way in the places of the paths. She crieth at the gates, at the entry of the city, at the coming in at the doors. To you, O men, I call; and my voice to the sons of man. O you simple, understand wisdom: and, you fools, be you of an understanding heart.. Movement II (vv. 9-16) — They all plain to him that understandeth, and right to them that find kn. They all plain to him that understandeth, and right to them that find knowledge. Receive my instruction, and not silver; and knowledge rather than choice gold. For wisdom better than rubies; and all the things that may be desired are not to be compared to it. I wisdom dwell with prudence, and find out knowledge of witty inventions. The fear of YHWH to hate. Movement III (vv. 17-24) — I love them that love me; and those that seek me early shall find me. I love them that love me; and those that seek me early shall find me. Riches and honour with me; , durable riches and righteousness. My fruit better than gold, yea, than fine gold; and my revenue than choice silver. I lead in the way of righteousness, in the midst of the paths of judgment: That I may cause those that love me to inherit substance; and I will. Movement IV (vv. 25-32) — Before the mountains were settled, before the hills was I brought forth:. Before the mountains were settled, before the hills was I brought forth: While as yet he had not made the earth, nor the fields, nor the highest part of the dust of the world. When he prepared the heavens, I there: when he set a compass upon the face of the depth: When he established the clouds above: when he strengthened the fountains of the deep: When he. Movement V (vv. 33-36) — Hear instruction, and be wise, and refuse it not. Hear instruction, and be wise, and refuse it not. Blessed the man that heareth me, watching daily at my gates, waiting at the posts of my doors. For whoso findeth me findeth life, and shall obtain favour of YHWH. But he that sinneth against me wrongeth his own soul: all they that hate me love death. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

Proverbs 9 — משלי 9

Theme. Proverbs 9 (18 verses in the MT) opens: Wisdom has builded her house, she has hewn out her seven pillars: The middle of the chapter continues: The fear of YHWH the beginning of wisdom: and the knowledge of the holy understanding. It closes: But he knoweth not that the dead there; her guests in the depths of hell.

Outline.

Textual note. Proverbs 9 comprises 18 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-4) — Wisdom has builded her house, she has hewn out her seven pillars:. Wisdom has builded her house, she has hewn out her seven pillars: She has killed her beasts; she has mingled her wine; she has also furnished her table. She has sent forth her maidens: she crieth upon the highest places of the city, Whoso simple, let him turn in hither: him that wanteth understanding, she says to him, Movement II (vv. 5-8) — Come, eat of my bread, and drink of the wine I have mingled. Come, eat of my bread, and drink of the wine I have mingled. Forsake the foolish, and live; and go in the way of understanding. He that reproveth a scorner getteth to himself shame: and he that rebuketh a wicked himself a blot. Reprove not a scorner, lest he hate you: rebuke a wise man, and he will love you. Movement III (vv. 9-12) — Give to a wise , and he will be yet wiser: teach a just , and he will in. Give to a wise , and he will be yet wiser: teach a just , and he will increase in learning. The fear of YHWH the beginning of wisdom: and the knowledge of the holy understanding. For by me your days shall be multiplied, and the years of your life shall be increased. If you be wise, you shall be wise for thyself: but you scornest, you alone shall bear . Movement IV (vv. 13-16) — A foolish woman clamorous: simple, and knoweth nothing. A foolish woman clamorous: simple, and knoweth nothing. For she sitteth at the door of her house, on a seat in the high places of the city, To call passengers who go right on their ways: Whoso simple, let him turn in hither: and him that wanteth understanding, she says to him, Movement V (vv. 17-18) — Stolen waters are sweet, and bread in secret is pleasant. Stolen waters are sweet, and bread in secret is pleasant. But he knoweth not that the dead there; her guests in the depths of hell. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

Proverbs 10 — משלי 10

Theme. Proverbs 10 (32 verses in the MT) opens: The proverbs of Solomon. A wise son maketh a glad father: but a foolish son the heaviness of his mother. The middle of the chapter continues: He the way of life that keepeth instruction: but he that refuseth reproof erreth. It closes: The lips of the righteous know what is acceptable: but the mouth of the wicked frowardness.

Outline.

Textual note. Proverbs 10 comprises 32 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-7) — The proverbs of Solomon. The proverbs of Solomon. A wise son maketh a glad father: but a foolish son the heaviness of his mother. Treasures of wickedness profit nothing: but righteousness delivereth from death. YHWH will not suffer the soul of the righteous to famish: but he casteth away the substance of the wicked. He becometh poor that dealeth a slack hand: but the hand of the. Movement II (vv. 8-14) — The wise in heart will receive commandments: but a prating fool shall fa. The wise in heart will receive commandments: but a prating fool shall fall. He that walketh uprightly walketh surely: but he that perverteth his ways shall be known. He that winketh with the eye causeth sorrow: but a prating fool shall fall. The mouth of a righteous a well of life: but violence covereth the mouth of the wicked. Hatred stirreth up strifes:. Movement III (vv. 15-21) — The rich man's wealth his strong city: the destruction of the poor their. The rich man's wealth his strong city: the destruction of the poor their poverty. The labour of the righteous to life: the fruit of the wicked to sin. He the way of life that keepeth instruction: but he that refuseth reproof erreth. He that hideth hatred lying lips, and he that uttereth a slander, a fool. In the multitude of words there wanteth not sin: but. Movement IV (vv. 22-28) — The blessing of YHWH, it maketh rich, and he addeth no sorrow with it. The blessing of YHWH, it maketh rich, and he addeth no sorrow with it. as sport to a fool to do mischief: but a man of understanding has wisdom. The fear of the wicked, it shall come upon him: but the desire of the righteous shall be granted. As the whirlwind passeth, so the wicked no : but the righteous an everlasting foundation. As vinegar to the teeth,. Movement V (vv. 29-32) — The way of YHWH strength to the upright: but destruction to the workers. The way of YHWH strength to the upright: but destruction to the workers of iniquity. The righteous shall never be removed: but the wicked shall not inhabit the earth. The mouth of the just bringeth forth wisdom: but the froward tongue shall be cut out. The lips of the righteous know what is acceptable: but the mouth of the wicked frowardness. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

Proverbs 11 — משלי 11

Theme. Proverbs 11 (31 verses in the MT) opens: A false balance abomination to YHWH: but a just weight his delight. The middle of the chapter continues: A gracious woman retaineth honour: and strong retain riches. It closes: Behold, the righteous shall be recompensed in the earth: much more the wicked and the sinner.

Outline.

Textual note. Proverbs 11 comprises 31 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-7) — A false balance abomination to YHWH: but a just weight his delight. A false balance abomination to YHWH: but a just weight his delight. pride cometh, then cometh shame: but with the lowly wisdom. The integrity of the upright shall guide them: but the perverseness of transgressors shall destroy them. Riches profit not in the day of wrath: but righteousness delivereth from death. The righteousness of the perfect shall direct. Movement II (vv. 8-14) — The righteous is delivered out of trouble, and the wicked cometh in his. The righteous is delivered out of trouble, and the wicked cometh in his stead. An hypocrite with mouth destroyeth his neighbour: but through knowledge shall the just be delivered. When it goeth well with the righteous, the city rejoiceth: and when the wicked perish, shouting. By the blessing of the upright the city is exalted: but it is overthrown by the. Movement III (vv. 15-21) — He that is surety for a stranger shall smart : and he that hateth sureti. He that is surety for a stranger shall smart : and he that hateth suretiship is sure. A gracious woman retaineth honour: and strong retain riches. The merciful man doeth good to his own soul: but cruel troubleth his own flesh. The wicked worketh a deceitful work: but to him that soweth righteousness a sure reward. As righteousness to life: so he that. Movement IV (vv. 22-28) — a jewel of gold in a swine's snout, a fair woman which is without discre. a jewel of gold in a swine's snout, a fair woman which is without discretion. The desire of the righteous only good: the expectation of the wicked wrath. There is that scattereth, and yet increaseth; and that withholdeth more than is meet, but to poverty. The liberal soul shall be made fat: and he that watereth shall be watered also himself. He that. Movement V (vv. 29-31) — He that troubleth his own house shall inherit the wind: and the fool ser. He that troubleth his own house shall inherit the wind: and the fool servant to the wise of heart. The fruit of the righteous a tree of life; and he that winneth souls wise. Behold, the righteous shall be recompensed in the earth: much more the wicked and the sinner. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

Proverbs 12 — משלי 12

Theme. Proverbs 12 (28 verses in the MT) opens: Whoso loveth instruction loveth knowledge: but he that hateth reproof brutish. The middle of the chapter continues: The way of a fool right in his own eyes: but he that hearkeneth to counsel wise. It closes: In the way of righteousness life; and the pathway no death.

Outline.

Textual note. Proverbs 12 comprises 28 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-6) — Whoso loveth instruction loveth knowledge: but he that hateth reproof br. Whoso loveth instruction loveth knowledge: but he that hateth reproof brutish. A good obtaineth favour of YHWH: but a man of wicked devices will he condemn. A man shall not be established by wickedness: but the root of the righteous shall not be moved. A virtuous woman a crown to her husband: but she that maketh ashamed as rottenness in his bones. The. Movement II (vv. 7-12) — The wicked are overthrown, and not: but the house of the righteous shall. The wicked are overthrown, and not: but the house of the righteous shall stand. A man shall be commended according to his wisdom: but he that is of a perverse heart shall be despised. despised, and has a servant, better than he that honoureth himself, and lacketh bread. A righteous regardeth the life of his beast: but the tender mercies of the wicked cruel.. Movement III (vv. 13-18) — The wicked is snared by the transgression of lips: but the just shall co. The wicked is snared by the transgression of lips: but the just shall come out of trouble. A man shall be satisfied with good by the fruit of mouth: and the recompence of a man's hands shall be rendered to him. The way of a fool right in his own eyes: but he that hearkeneth to counsel wise. A fool's wrath is presently known: but a prudent covereth shame.. Movement IV (vv. 19-24) — The lip of truth shall be established for ever: but a lying tongue but f. The lip of truth shall be established for ever: but a lying tongue but for a moment. Deceit in the heart of them that imagine evil: but to the counsellors of peace joy. There shall no evil happen to the just: but the wicked shall be filled with mischief. Lying lips abomination to YHWH: but they that deal truly his delight. A prudent man concealeth. Movement V (vv. 25-28) — Heaviness in the heart of man maketh it stoop: but a good word maketh it. Heaviness in the heart of man maketh it stoop: but a good word maketh it glad. The righteous more excellent than his neighbour: but the way of the wicked seduceth them. The slothful roasteth not that which he took in hunting: but the substance of a diligent man precious. In the way of righteousness life; and the pathway no death. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

Proverbs 13 — משלי 13

Theme. Proverbs 13 (25 verses in the MT) opens: A wise son his father's instruction: but a scorner heareth not rebuke. The middle of the chapter continues: Whoso despiseth the word shall be destroyed: but he that feareth the commandment shall be rewarded. It closes: The righteous eateth to the satisfying of his soul: but the belly of the wicked shall want.

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Textual note. Proverbs 13 comprises 25 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-5) — A wise son his father's instruction: but a scorner heareth not rebuke. A wise son his father's instruction: but a scorner heareth not rebuke. A man shall eat good by the fruit of mouth: but the soul of the transgressors violence. He that keepeth his mouth keepeth his life: he that openeth wide his lips shall have destruction. The soul of the sluggard desireth, and nothing: but the soul of the diligent shall be made fat. A. Movement II (vv. 6-10) — Righteousness keepeth upright in the way: but wickedness overthroweth th. Righteousness keepeth upright in the way: but wickedness overthroweth the sinner. There is that maketh himself rich, yet nothing: that maketh himself poor, yet great riches. The ransom of a man's life his riches: but the poor heareth not rebuke. The light of the righteous rejoiceth: but the lamp of the wicked shall be put out. Only by pride cometh. Movement III (vv. 11-15) — Wealth by vanity shall be diminished: but he that gathereth by labour sh. Wealth by vanity shall be diminished: but he that gathereth by labour shall increase. Hope deferred maketh the heart sick: but the desire cometh, a tree of life. Whoso despiseth the word shall be destroyed: but he that feareth the commandment shall be rewarded. The law of the wise a fountain of life, to depart from the snares of death. Good understanding. Movement IV (vv. 16-20) — Every prudent dealeth with knowledge: but a fool layeth open folly. Every prudent dealeth with knowledge: but a fool layeth open folly. A wicked messenger falleth into mischief: but a faithful ambassador health. Poverty and shame him that refuseth instruction: but he that regardeth reproof shall be honoured. The desire accomplished is sweet to the soul: but abomination to fools to depart from evil. He that walketh with wise. Movement V (vv. 21-25) — Evil pursueth sinners: but to the righteous good shall be repayed. Evil pursueth sinners: but to the righteous good shall be repayed. A good leaveth an inheritance to his children's children: and the wealth of the sinner laid up for the just. Much food the tillage of the poor: but there is destroyed for want of judgment. He that spareth his rod hateth his son: but he that loveth him chasteneth him betimes. The righteous. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

Proverbs 14 — משלי 14

Theme. Proverbs 14 (35 verses in the MT) opens: Every wise woman buildeth her house: but the foolish plucketh it down with her hands. The middle of the chapter continues: The simple inherit folly: but the prudent are crowned with knowledge. It closes: The king's favour toward a wise servant: but his wrath is him that causeth shame.

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Textual note. Proverbs 14 comprises 35 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-7) — Every wise woman buildeth her house: but the foolish plucketh it down wi. Every wise woman buildeth her house: but the foolish plucketh it down with her hands. He that walketh in his uprightness feareth YHWH: but perverse in his ways despiseth him. In the mouth of the foolish a rod of pride: but the lips of the wise shall preserve them. Where no oxen , the crib clean: but much increase by the strength of the ox. A faithful. Movement II (vv. 8-14) — The wisdom of the prudent to understand his way: but the folly of fools. The wisdom of the prudent to understand his way: but the folly of fools deceit. Fools make a mock at sin: but among the righteous favour. The heart knoweth his own bitterness; and a stranger does not intermeddle with his joy. The house of the wicked shall be overthrown: but the tabernacle of the upright shall flourish. There is a way which seemeth right to. Movement III (vv. 15-21) — The simple believeth every word: but the prudent looketh well to his goi. The simple believeth every word: but the prudent looketh well to his going. A wise feareth, and departeth from evil: but the fool rageth, and is confident. soon angry dealeth foolishly: and a man of wicked devices is hated. The simple inherit folly: but the prudent are crowned with knowledge. The evil bow before the good; and the wicked at the gates of the. Movement IV (vv. 22-28) — Do they not err that devise evil? but mercy and truth to them that devis. Do they not err that devise evil? but mercy and truth to them that devise good. In all labour there is profit: but the talk of the lips only to penury. The crown of the wise their riches: the foolishness of fools folly. A true witness delivereth souls: but a deceitful speaketh lies. In the fear of YHWH strong confidence: and his children shall have a place. Movement V (vv. 29-35) — slow to wrath of great understanding: but hasty of spirit exalteth folly. slow to wrath of great understanding: but hasty of spirit exalteth folly. A sound heart the life of the flesh: but envy the rottenness of the bones. He that oppresseth the poor reproacheth his Maker: but he that honoureth him has mercy on the poor. The wicked is driven away in his wickedness: but the righteous has hope in his death. Wisdom resteth in the. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

Proverbs 15 — משלי 15

Theme. Proverbs 15 (33 verses in the MT) opens: A soft answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger. The middle of the chapter continues: Better a dinner of herbs where love is, than a stalled ox and hatred therewith. It closes: The fear of YHWH the instruction of wisdom; and before honour humility.

Outline.

Textual note. Proverbs 15 comprises 33 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-7) — A soft answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger. A soft answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger. The tongue of the wise useth knowledge aright: but the mouth of fools poureth out foolishness. The eyes of YHWH in every place, beholding the evil and the good. A wholesome tongue a tree of life: but perverseness therein a breach in the spirit. A fool despiseth his father's instruction: but. Movement II (vv. 8-14) — The sacrifice of the wicked an abomination to YHWH: but the prayer of th. The sacrifice of the wicked an abomination to YHWH: but the prayer of the upright his delight. The way of the wicked an abomination to YHWH: but he loveth him that followeth after righteousness. Correction grievous to him that forsaketh the way: he that hateth reproof shall die. Hell and destruction before YHWH: how much more then the hearts of the children. Movement III (vv. 15-21) — All the days of the afflicted evil: but he that is of a merry heart a co. All the days of the afflicted evil: but he that is of a merry heart a continual feast. Better little with the fear of YHWH than great treasure and trouble therewith. Better a dinner of herbs where love is, than a stalled ox and hatred therewith. A wrathful man stirreth up strife: but slow to anger appeaseth strife. The way of the slothful as an hedge of. Movement IV (vv. 22-28) — Without counsel purposes are disappointed: but in the multitude of couns. Without counsel purposes are disappointed: but in the multitude of counsellors they are established. A man has joy by the answer of his mouth: and a word in due season, how good ! The way of life above to the wise, that he may depart from hell beneath. YHWH will destroy the house of the proud: but he will establish the border of the widow. The thoughts of. Movement V (vv. 29-33) — YHWH far from the wicked: but he heareth the prayer of the righteous. YHWH far from the wicked: but he heareth the prayer of the righteous. The light of the eyes rejoiceth the heart: a good report maketh the bones fat. The ear that heareth the reproof of life abideth among the wise. He that refuseth instruction despiseth his own soul: but he that heareth reproof getteth understanding. The fear of YHWH the instruction of. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

Proverbs 16 — משלי 16

Theme. Proverbs 16 (33 verses in the MT) opens: The preparations of the heart in man, and the answer of the tongue, from YHWH. The middle of the chapter continues: The highway of the upright to depart from evil: he that keepeth his way preserveth his soul. It closes: The lot is cast into the lap; but the whole disposing thereof of YHWH.

Outline.

Textual note. Proverbs 16 comprises 33 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-7) — The preparations of the heart in man, and the answer of the tongue, from. The preparations of the heart in man, and the answer of the tongue, from YHWH. All the ways of a man clean in his own eyes; but YHWH weigheth the spirits. Commit your works to YHWH, and your thoughts shall be established. YHWH has made all for himself: yea, even the wicked for the day of evil. Every one proud in heart an abomination to YHWH: hand in hand,. Movement II (vv. 8-14) — Better a little with righteousness than great revenues without right. Better a little with righteousness than great revenues without right. A man's heart deviseth his way: but YHWH directeth his steps. A divine sentence in the lips of the king: his mouth transgresseth not in judgment. A just weight and balance YHWH's: all the weights of the bag his work. an abomination to kings to commit wickedness: for the throne is. Movement III (vv. 15-21) — In the light of the king's countenance life; and his favour as a cloud o. In the light of the king's countenance life; and his favour as a cloud of the latter rain. How much better to get wisdom than gold! and to get understanding rather to be chosen than silver! The highway of the upright to depart from evil: he that keepeth his way preserveth his soul. Pride before destruction, and an haughty spirit before a fall. Better of an. Movement IV (vv. 22-28) — Understanding a wellspring of life to him that has it: but the instructi. Understanding a wellspring of life to him that has it: but the instruction of fools folly. The heart of the wise teacheth his mouth, and addeth learning to his lips. Pleasant words an honeycomb, sweet to the soul, and health to the bones. There is a way that seemeth right to a man, but the end thereof the ways of death. He that laboureth laboureth for. Movement V (vv. 29-33) — A violent man enticeth his neighbour, and leadeth him into the way not g. A violent man enticeth his neighbour, and leadeth him into the way not good. He shutteth his eyes to devise froward things: moving his lips he bringeth evil to pass. The hoary head a crown of glory, it be found in the way of righteousness. slow to anger better than the mighty; and he that ruleth his spirit than he that taketh a city. The lot is cast into. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

Proverbs 17 — משלי 17

Theme. Proverbs 17 (28 verses in the MT) opens: Better a dry morsel, and quietness therewith, than an house full of sacrifices strife. The middle of the chapter continues: He that justifieth the wicked, and he that condemneth the just, even they both abomination to YHWH. It closes: Even a fool, when he holdeth his peace, is counted wise: he that shutteth his lips a man of understanding.

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Textual note. Proverbs 17 comprises 28 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-6) — Better a dry morsel, and quietness therewith, than an house full of sacr. Better a dry morsel, and quietness therewith, than an house full of sacrifices strife. A wise servant shall have rule over a son that causeth shame, and shall have part of the inheritance among the brethren. The fining pot for silver, and the furnace for gold: but YHWH trieth the hearts. A wicked doer giveth heed to false lips; a liar giveth ear to a. Movement II (vv. 7-12) — Excellent speech becometh not a fool: much less do lying lips a prince. Excellent speech becometh not a fool: much less do lying lips a prince. A gift a precious stone in the eyes of him that has it: whithersoever it turneth, it prospereth. He that covereth a transgression seeketh love; but he that repeateth a matter separateth friends. A reproof entereth more into a wise man than an hundred stripes into a fool. An evil seeketh. Movement III (vv. 13-18) — Whoso rewardeth evil for good, evil shall not depart from his house. Whoso rewardeth evil for good, evil shall not depart from his house. The beginning of strife when one letteth out water: therefore leave off contention, before it be meddled with. He that justifieth the wicked, and he that condemneth the just, even they both abomination to YHWH. Wherefore a price in the hand of a fool to get wisdom, seeing no heart ? A. Movement IV (vv. 19-24) — He loveth transgression that loveth strife: he that exalteth his gate se. He loveth transgression that loveth strife: he that exalteth his gate seeketh destruction. He that has a froward heart findeth no good: and he that has a perverse tongue falleth into mischief. He that begetteth a fool to his sorrow: and the father of a fool has no joy. A merry heart doeth good a medicine: but a broken spirit drieth the bones. A wicked. Movement V (vv. 25-28) — A foolish son a grief to his father, and bitterness to her that bare him. A foolish son a grief to his father, and bitterness to her that bare him. Also to punish the just not good, to strike princes for equity. He that has knowledge spareth his words: a man of understanding is of an excellent spirit. Even a fool, when he holdeth his peace, is counted wise: he that shutteth his lips a man of understanding. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

Proverbs 18 — משלי 18

Theme. Proverbs 18 (24 verses in the MT) opens: Through desire a man, having separated himself, seeketh intermeddleth with all wisdom. The middle of the chapter continues: He that answereth a matter before he heareth , it folly and shame to him. It closes: A man friends must shew himself friendly: and there is a friend sticketh closer than a brother.

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Textual note. Proverbs 18 comprises 24 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-5) — Through desire a man, having separated himself, seeketh intermeddleth wi. Through desire a man, having separated himself, seeketh intermeddleth with all wisdom. A fool has no delight in understanding, but that his heart may discover itself. When the wicked cometh, cometh also contempt, and with ignominy reproach. The words of a man's mouth deep waters, the wellspring of wisdom a flowing brook. not good to accept the person of the. Movement II (vv. 6-10) — A fool's lips enter into contention, and his mouth calleth for strokes. A fool's lips enter into contention, and his mouth calleth for strokes. A fool's mouth his destruction, and his lips the snare of his soul. The words of a talebearer as wounds, and they go down into the innermost parts of the belly. He also that is slothful in his work is brother to him that is a great waster. The name of YHWH a strong tower: the righteous. Movement III (vv. 11-15) — The rich man's wealth his strong city, and as an high wall in his own co. The rich man's wealth his strong city, and as an high wall in his own conceit. Before destruction the heart of man is haughty, and before honour humility. He that answereth a matter before he heareth , it folly and shame to him. The spirit of a man will sustain his infirmity; but a wounded spirit who can bear? The heart of the prudent getteth knowledge; and. Movement IV (vv. 16-20) — A man's gift maketh room for him, and bringeth him before great men. A man's gift maketh room for him, and bringeth him before great men. first in his own cause just; but his neighbour cometh and searcheth him. The lot causeth contentions to cease, and parteth between the mighty. A brother offended than a strong city: and contentions like the bars of a castle. A man's belly shall be satisfied with the fruit of his mouth;. Movement V (vv. 21-24) — Death and life in the power of the tongue: and they that love it shall e. Death and life in the power of the tongue: and they that love it shall eat the fruit thereof. findeth a wife findeth a good , and obtaineth favour of YHWH. The poor useth intreaties; but the rich answereth roughly. A man friends must shew himself friendly: and there is a friend sticketh closer than a brother. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

Proverbs 19 — משלי 19

Theme. Proverbs 19 (29 verses in the MT) opens: Better the poor that walketh in his integrity, than perverse in his lips, and is a fool. The middle of the chapter continues: Slothfulness casteth into a deep sleep; and an idle soul shall suffer hunger. It closes: Judgments are prepared for scorners, and stripes for the back of fools.

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Textual note. Proverbs 19 comprises 29 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-6) — Better the poor that walketh in his integrity, than perverse in his lips. Better the poor that walketh in his integrity, than perverse in his lips, and is a fool. Also, the soul without knowledge, not good; and he that hasteth with feet sinneth. The foolishness of man perverteth his way: and his heart fretteth against YHWH. Wealth maketh many friends; but the poor is separated from his neighbour. A false witness shall not be. Movement II (vv. 7-12) — All the brethren of the poor do hate him: how much more do his friends g. All the brethren of the poor do hate him: how much more do his friends go far from him? he pursueth words, they wanting . He that getteth wisdom loveth his own soul: he that keepeth understanding shall find good. A false witness shall not be unpunished, and speaketh lies shall perish. Delight is not seemly for a fool; much less for a servant to have rule. Movement III (vv. 13-18) — A foolish son the calamity of his father: and the contentions of a wife. A foolish son the calamity of his father: and the contentions of a wife a continual dropping. House and riches the inheritance of fathers: and a prudent wife from YHWH. Slothfulness casteth into a deep sleep; and an idle soul shall suffer hunger. He that keepeth the commandment keepeth his own soul; he that despiseth his ways shall die. He that has pity. Movement IV (vv. 19-24) — A man of great wrath shall suffer punishment: for if you deliver , yet y. A man of great wrath shall suffer punishment: for if you deliver , yet you must do it again. Hear counsel, and receive instruction, that you mayest be wise in your latter end. many devices in a man's heart; nevertheless the counsel of YHWH, that shall stand. The desire of a man his kindness: and a poor man better than a liar. The fear of YHWH to life: and. Movement V (vv. 25-29) — Smite a scorner, and the simple will beware: and reprove one that has un. Smite a scorner, and the simple will beware: and reprove one that has understanding, he will understand knowledge. He that wasteth father, chaseth away mother, a son that causeth shame, and bringeth reproach. Cease, my son, to hear the instruction to err from the words of knowledge. An ungodly witness scorneth judgment: and the mouth of the wicked devoureth. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

Proverbs 20 — משלי 20

Theme. Proverbs 20 (30 verses in the MT) opens: Wine a mocker, strong drink raging: and whosoever is deceived thereby is not wise. The middle of the chapter continues: Take his garment that is surety a stranger: and take a pledge of him for a strange woman. It closes: The blueness of a wound cleanseth away evil: so stripes the inward parts of the belly.

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Textual note. Proverbs 20 comprises 30 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-6) — Wine a mocker, strong drink raging: and whosoever is deceived thereby is. Wine a mocker, strong drink raging: and whosoever is deceived thereby is not wise. The fear of a king as the roaring of a lion: provoketh him to anger sinneth his own soul. an honour for a man to cease from strife: but every fool will be meddling. The sluggard will not plow by reason of the cold; shall he beg in harvest, and nothing. Counsel in the heart of. Movement II (vv. 7-12) — The just walketh in his integrity: his children blessed after him. The just walketh in his integrity: his children blessed after him. A king that sitteth in the throne of judgment scattereth away all evil with his eyes. Who can say, I have made my heart clean, I am pure from my sin? Divers weights, divers measures, both of them alike abomination to YHWH. Even a child is known by his doings, whether his work pure, and. Movement III (vv. 13-18) — Love not sleep, lest you come to poverty; open your eyes, you shall be s. Love not sleep, lest you come to poverty; open your eyes, you shall be satisfied with bread. naught, naught, says the buyer: but when he is gone his way, then he boasteth. There is gold, and a multitude of rubies: but the lips of knowledge a precious jewel. Take his garment that is surety a stranger: and take a pledge of him for a strange woman. Bread of. Movement IV (vv. 19-24) — He that goeth about a talebearer revealeth secrets: therefore meddle not. He that goeth about a talebearer revealeth secrets: therefore meddle not with him that flattereth with his lips. Whoso curseth his father or his mother, his lamp shall be put out in obscure darkness. An inheritance gotten hastily at the beginning; but the end thereof shall not be blessed. Say not you, I will recompense evil; wait on YHWH, and he shall save. Movement V (vv. 25-30) — a snare to the man devoureth holy, and after vows to make enquiry. a snare to the man devoureth holy, and after vows to make enquiry. A wise king scattereth the wicked, and bringeth the wheel over them. The spirit of man the candle of YHWH, searching all the inward parts of the belly. Mercy and truth preserve the king: and his throne is upholden by mercy. The glory of young men their strength: and the beauty of old men the. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

Proverbs 21 — משלי 21

Theme. Proverbs 21 (31 verses in the MT) opens: The king's heart in the hand of YHWH, the rivers of water: he turneth it whithersoever he will. The middle of the chapter continues: The man that wandereth out of the way of understanding shall remain in the congregation of the dead. It closes: The horse prepared against the day of battle: but safety of YHWH.

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Textual note. Proverbs 21 comprises 31 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-7) — The king's heart in the hand of YHWH, the rivers of water: he turneth it. The king's heart in the hand of YHWH, the rivers of water: he turneth it whithersoever he will. Every way of a man right in his own eyes: but YHWH pondereth the hearts. To do justice and judgment more acceptable to YHWH than sacrifice. An high look, and a proud heart, the plowing of the wicked, sin. The thoughts of the diligent only to plenteousness; but of. Movement II (vv. 8-14) — The way of man froward and strange: but the pure, his work right. The way of man froward and strange: but the pure, his work right. better to dwell in a corner of the housetop, than with a brawling woman in a wide house. The soul of the wicked desireth evil: his neighbour findeth no favour in his eyes. When the scorner is punished, the simple is made wise: and when the wise is instructed, he receiveth knowledge. The. Movement III (vv. 15-21) — joy to the just to do judgment: but destruction to the workers of iniqui. joy to the just to do judgment: but destruction to the workers of iniquity. The man that wandereth out of the way of understanding shall remain in the congregation of the dead. He that loveth pleasure a poor man: he that loveth wine and oil shall not be rich. The wicked a ransom for the righteous, and the transgressor for the upright. better to dwell in the. Movement IV (vv. 22-28) — A wise scaleth the city of the mighty, and casteth down the strength of. A wise scaleth the city of the mighty, and casteth down the strength of the confidence thereof. Whoso keepeth his mouth and his tongue keepeth his soul from troubles. Proud haughty scorner his name, who dealeth in proud wrath. The desire of the slothful killeth him; for his hands refuse to labour. He coveteth greedily all the day long: but the righteous. Movement V (vv. 29-31) — A wicked man hardeneth his face: but the upright, he directeth his way. A wicked man hardeneth his face: but the upright, he directeth his way. no wisdom nor understanding nor counsel against YHWH. The horse prepared against the day of battle: but safety of YHWH. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

Proverbs 22 — משלי 22

Theme. Proverbs 22 (29 verses in the MT) opens: A name rather to be chosen than great riches, loving favour rather than silver and gold. The middle of the chapter continues: Foolishness bound in the heart of a child; the rod of correction shall drive it far from him. It closes: Seest you a man diligent in his business? he shall stand before kings; he shall not stand before mean .

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Textual note. Proverbs 22 comprises 29 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-6) — A name rather to be chosen than great riches, loving favour rather than. A name rather to be chosen than great riches, loving favour rather than silver and gold. The rich and poor meet together: YHWH the maker of them all. A prudent foreseeth the evil, and hideth himself: but the simple pass on, and are punished. By humility the fear of YHWH riches, and honour, and life. Thorns snares in the way of the froward: he that does keep. Movement II (vv. 7-12) — The rich ruleth over the poor, and the borrower servant to the lender. The rich ruleth over the poor, and the borrower servant to the lender. He that soweth iniquity shall reap vanity: and the rod of his anger shall fail. He that has a bountiful eye shall be blessed; for he giveth of his bread to the poor. Cast out the scorner, and contention shall go out; yea, strife and reproach shall cease. He that loveth pureness of heart,. Movement III (vv. 13-18) — The slothful says, a lion without, I shall be slain in the streets. The slothful says, a lion without, I shall be slain in the streets. The mouth of strange women a deep pit: he that is abhorred of YHWH shall fall therein. Foolishness bound in the heart of a child; the rod of correction shall drive it far from him. He that oppresseth the poor to increase his he that giveth to the rich, surely to want. Bow down your ear, and. Movement IV (vv. 19-24) — That your trust may be in YHWH, I have made known to you this day, even. That your trust may be in YHWH, I have made known to you this day, even to you. Have not I written to you excellent things in counsels and knowledge, That I might make you know the certainty of the words of truth; that you mightest answer the words of truth to them that send to you? Rob not the poor, because he poor: neither oppress the afflicted in the. Movement V (vv. 25-29) — Lest you learn his ways, and get a snare to your soul. Lest you learn his ways, and get a snare to your soul. Be not you of them that strike hands, of them that are sureties for debts. If you have nothing to pay, why should he take away your bed from under you? Remove not the ancient landmark, which your fathers have set. Seest you a man diligent in his business? he shall stand before kings; he shall not stand. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

Proverbs 23 — משלי 23

Theme. Proverbs 23 (35 verses in the MT) opens: When you sittest to eat with a ruler, consider diligently what before you: The middle of the chapter continues: For surely there is an end; and your expectation shall not be cut off. It closes: They have stricken me, I was not sick; they have beaten me, I felt not: when shall I awake? I will seek it yet again.

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Textual note. Proverbs 23 comprises 35 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-7) — When you sittest to eat with a ruler, consider diligently what before yo. When you sittest to eat with a ruler, consider diligently what before you: And put a knife to your throat, if you a man given to appetite. Be not desirous of his dainties: for they deceitful meat. Labour not to be rich: cease from your own wisdom. Wilt you set your eyes upon that which is not? for certainly make themselves wings; they fly away as an eagle. Movement II (vv. 8-14) — The morsel you have eaten shall you vomit up, and lose your sweet words. The morsel you have eaten shall you vomit up, and lose your sweet words. Speak not in the ears of a fool: for he will despise the wisdom of your words. Remove not the old landmark; and enter not into the fields of the fatherless: For their redeemer mighty; he shall plead their cause with you. Apply your heart to instruction, and your ears to the words of. Movement III (vv. 15-21) — My son, if your heart be wise, my heart shall rejoice, even mine. My son, if your heart be wise, my heart shall rejoice, even mine. Yea, my reins shall rejoice, when your lips speak right things. Let not your heart envy sinners: but in the fear of YHWH all the day long. For surely there is an end; and your expectation shall not be cut off. Hear you, my son, and be wise, and guide your heart in the way. Be not among. Movement IV (vv. 22-28) — Hearken to your father that begat you, and despise not your mother when. Hearken to your father that begat you, and despise not your mother when she is old. Buy the truth, and sell not; wisdom, and instruction, and understanding. The father of the righteous shall greatly rejoice: and he that begetteth a wise shall have joy of him. Your father and your mother shall be glad, and she that bare you shall rejoice. My son, give me. Movement V (vv. 29-35) — Who has woe? who has sorrow? who has contentions? who has babbling? who. Who has woe? who has sorrow? who has contentions? who has babbling? who has wounds without cause? who has redness of eyes? They that tarry long at the wine; they that go to seek mixed wine. Look not you upon the wine when it is red, when it giveth his colour in the cup, it moveth itself aright. At the last it biteth like a serpent, and stingeth like an. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

Proverbs 24 — משלי 24

Theme. Proverbs 24 (34 verses in the MT) opens: Be not you envious against evil men, neither desire to be with them. The middle of the chapter continues: Lest YHWH see , and it displease him, and he turn away his wrath from him. It closes: So shall your poverty come one that travelleth; and your want as an armed man.

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Textual note. Proverbs 24 comprises 34 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-7) — Be not you envious against evil men, neither desire to be with them. Be not you envious against evil men, neither desire to be with them. For their heart studieth destruction, and their lips talk of mischief. Through wisdom is an house builded; and by understanding it is established: And by knowledge shall the chambers be filled with all precious and pleasant riches. A wise man strong; yea, a man of knowledge increaseth. Movement II (vv. 8-14) — He that deviseth to do evil shall be called a mischievous person. He that deviseth to do evil shall be called a mischievous person. The thought of foolishness sin: and the scorner an abomination to men. you faint in the day of adversity, your strength small. If you forbear to deliver drawn to death, and ready to be slain; If you sayest, Behold, we knew it not; does not he that pondereth the heart consider ? and he that. Movement III (vv. 15-21) — Lay not wait, O wicked , against the dwelling of the righteous; spoil no. Lay not wait, O wicked , against the dwelling of the righteous; spoil not his resting place: For a just falleth seven times, and riseth up again: but the wicked shall fall into mischief. Rejoice not when your enemy falleth, and let not your heart be glad when he stumbleth: Lest YHWH see , and it displease him, and he turn away his wrath from him. Fret not. Movement IV (vv. 22-28) — For their calamity shall rise suddenly; and who knoweth the ruin of them. For their calamity shall rise suddenly; and who knoweth the ruin of them both? These also to the wise. not good to have respect of persons in judgment. He that says to the wicked, You righteous; him shall the people curse, nations shall abhor him: But to them that rebuke shall be delight, and a good blessing shall come upon them. shall kiss lips that giveth. Movement V (vv. 29-34) — Say not, I will do so to him as he has done to me: I will render to the. Say not, I will do so to him as he has done to me: I will render to the man according to his work. I went by the field of the slothful, and by the vineyard of the man void of understanding; And, lo, it was all grown over with thorns, nettles had covered the face thereof, and the stone wall thereof was broken down. Then I saw, considered well: I looked upon. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

Proverbs 25 — משלי 25

Theme. Proverbs 25 (28 verses in the MT) opens: These also proverbs of Solomon, which the men of Hezekiah king of Judah copied out. The middle of the chapter continues: By long forbearing is a prince persuaded, and a soft tongue breaketh the bone. It closes: He that no rule over his own spirit a city broken down, without walls.

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Textual note. Proverbs 25 comprises 28 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-6) — These also proverbs of Solomon, which the men of Hezekiah king of Judah. These also proverbs of Solomon, which the men of Hezekiah king of Judah copied out. the glory of God to conceal a thing: but the honour of kings to search out a matter. The heaven for height, and the earth for depth, and the heart of kings unsearchable. Take away the dross from the silver, and there shall come forth a vessel for the finer. Take away the. Movement II (vv. 7-12) — For better that it be said to you, Come up hither; than that you shoulde. For better that it be said to you, Come up hither; than that you shouldest be put lower in the presence of the prince whom your eyes have seen. Go not forth hastily to strive, lest what to do in the end thereof, when your neighbour has put you to shame. Debate your cause with your neighbour ; and discover not a secret to another: Lest he that heareth put. Movement III (vv. 13-18) — As the cold of snow in the time of harvest, a faithful messenger to them. As the cold of snow in the time of harvest, a faithful messenger to them that send him: for he refresheth the soul of his masters. Whoso boasteth himself of a false gift clouds and wind without rain. By long forbearing is a prince persuaded, and a soft tongue breaketh the bone. Hast you found honey? eat so much as is sufficient for you, lest you be filled. Movement IV (vv. 19-24) — Confidence in an unfaithful man in time of trouble a broken tooth, and a. Confidence in an unfaithful man in time of trouble a broken tooth, and a foot out of joint. he that taketh away a garment in cold weather, vinegar upon nitre, so he that singeth songs to an heavy heart. If your enemy be hungry, give him bread to eat; and if he be thirsty, give him water to drink: For you shall heap coals of fire upon his head, and YHWH. Movement V (vv. 25-28) — cold waters to a thirsty soul, so good news from a far country. cold waters to a thirsty soul, so good news from a far country. A righteous man falling down before the wicked a troubled fountain, and a corrupt spring. not good to eat much honey: so to search their own glory glory. He that no rule over his own spirit a city broken down, without walls. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

Proverbs 26 — משלי 26

Theme. Proverbs 26 (28 verses in the MT) opens: As snow in summer, and as rain in harvest, so honour is not seemly for a fool. The middle of the chapter continues: The slothful hideth his hand in bosom; it grieveth him to bring it again to his mouth. It closes: A lying tongue hateth afflicted by it; and a flattering mouth worketh ruin.

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Textual note. Proverbs 26 comprises 28 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-6) — As snow in summer, and as rain in harvest, so honour is not seemly for a. As snow in summer, and as rain in harvest, so honour is not seemly for a fool. As the bird by wandering, as the swallow by flying, so the curse causeless shall not come. A whip for the horse, a bridle for the ass, and a rod for the fool's back. Answer not a fool according to his folly, lest you also be like to him. Answer a fool according to his folly, lest. Movement II (vv. 7-12) — The legs of the lame are not equal: so a parable in the mouth of fools. The legs of the lame are not equal: so a parable in the mouth of fools. As he that bindeth a stone in a sling, so he that giveth honour to a fool. a thorn goeth up into the hand of a drunkard, so a parable in the mouth of fools. The great that formed all both rewardeth the fool, and rewardeth transgressors. As a dog returneth to his vomit, a fool returneth. Movement III (vv. 13-18) — The slothful says, a lion in the way; a lion in the streets. The slothful says, a lion in the way; a lion in the streets. the door turneth upon his hinges, so the slothful upon his bed. The slothful hideth his hand in bosom; it grieveth him to bring it again to his mouth. The sluggard wiser in his own conceit than seven men that can render a reason. He that passeth by, meddleth with strife not to him, one that taketh. Movement IV (vv. 19-24) — So the man deceiveth his neighbour, and says, Am not I in sport?. So the man deceiveth his neighbour, and says, Am not I in sport? Where no wood is, the fire goeth out: so where no talebearer, the strife ceaseth. coals to burning coals, and wood to fire; so a contentious man to kindle strife. The words of a talebearer as wounds, and they go down into the innermost parts of the belly. Burning lips and a wicked heart a. Movement V (vv. 25-28) — When he speaketh fair, believe him not: for seven abominations in his he. When he speaketh fair, believe him not: for seven abominations in his heart. hatred is covered by deceit, his wickedness shall be shewed before the congregation. Whoso diggeth a pit shall fall therein: and he that rolleth a stone, it will return upon him. A lying tongue hateth afflicted by it; and a flattering mouth worketh ruin. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

Proverbs 27 — משלי 27

Theme. Proverbs 27 (27 verses in the MT) opens: Boast not thyself of to morrow; for you knowest not what a day may bring forth. The middle of the chapter continues: He that blesseth his friend with a loud voice, rising early in the morning, it shall be counted a curse to him. It closes: And goats' milk enough for your food, for the food of your household, and the maintenance for your maidens.

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Textual note. Proverbs 27 comprises 27 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-6) — Boast not thyself of to morrow; for you knowest not what a day may bring. Boast not thyself of to morrow; for you knowest not what a day may bring forth. Let another man praise you, and not your own mouth; a stranger, and not your own lips. A stone heavy, and the sand weighty; but a fool's wrath heavier than them both. Wrath cruel, and anger outrageous; but who able to stand before envy? Open rebuke better than secret love.. Movement II (vv. 7-12) — The full soul loatheth an honeycomb; but to the hungry soul every bitter. The full soul loatheth an honeycomb; but to the hungry soul every bitter thing is sweet. As a bird that wandereth from her nest, so a man that wandereth from his place. Ointment and perfume rejoice the heart: so the sweetness of a man's friend by hearty counsel. Your own friend, and your father's friend, forsake not; neither go into your brother's house in. Movement III (vv. 13-18) — Take his garment that is surety for a stranger, and take a pledge of him. Take his garment that is surety for a stranger, and take a pledge of him for a strange woman. He that blesseth his friend with a loud voice, rising early in the morning, it shall be counted a curse to him. A continual dropping in a very rainy day and a contentious woman are alike. Whosoever hideth her hideth the wind, and the ointment of his right hand,. Movement IV (vv. 19-24) — As in water face to face, so the heart of man to man. As in water face to face, so the heart of man to man. Hell and destruction are never full; so the eyes of man are never satisfied. the fining pot for silver, and the furnace for gold; so a man to his praise. Though you shouldest bray a fool in a mortar among wheat with a pestle, will not his foolishness depart from him. Be you diligent to know the state of. Movement V (vv. 25-27) — The hay appeareth, and the tender grass sheweth itself, and herbs of the. The hay appeareth, and the tender grass sheweth itself, and herbs of the mountains are gathered. The lambs for your clothing, and the goats the price of the field. And goats' milk enough for your food, for the food of your household, and the maintenance for your maidens. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

Proverbs 28 — משלי 28

Theme. Proverbs 28 (28 verses in the MT) opens: The wicked flee when no man pursueth: but the righteous are bold as a lion. The middle of the chapter continues: a roaring lion, and a ranging bear; a wicked ruler over the poor people. It closes: When the wicked rise, men hide themselves: but when they perish, the righteous increase.

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Textual note. Proverbs 28 comprises 28 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-6) — The wicked flee when no man pursueth: but the righteous are bold as a li. The wicked flee when no man pursueth: but the righteous are bold as a lion. For the transgression of a land many the princes thereof: but by a man of understanding knowledge the state shall be prolonged. A poor man that oppresseth the poor a sweeping rain which leaveth no food. They that forsake the law praise the wicked: but such as keep the law contend. Movement II (vv. 7-12) — Whoso keepeth the law a wise son: but he that is a companion of riotous. Whoso keepeth the law a wise son: but he that is a companion of riotous shameth his father. He that by usury and unjust gain increaseth his substance, he shall gather it for him that will pity the poor. He that turneth away his ear from hearing the law, even his prayer abomination. Whoso causeth the righteous to go astray in an evil way, he shall fall. Movement III (vv. 13-18) — He that covereth his sins shall not prosper: but whoso confesseth and fo. He that covereth his sins shall not prosper: but whoso confesseth and forsaketh shall have mercy. Happy the man that feareth alway: but he that hardeneth his heart shall fall into mischief. a roaring lion, and a ranging bear; a wicked ruler over the poor people. The prince that wanteth understanding also a great oppressor: he that hateth covetousness shall. Movement IV (vv. 19-24) — He that tilleth his land shall have plenty of bread: but he that followe. He that tilleth his land shall have plenty of bread: but he that followeth after vain shall have poverty enough. A faithful man shall abound with blessings: but he that maketh haste to be rich shall not be innocent. To have respect of persons not good: for for a piece of bread man will transgress. He that hasteth to be rich an evil eye, and considereth not. Movement V (vv. 25-28) — He that is of a proud heart stirreth up strife: but he that putteth his. He that is of a proud heart stirreth up strife: but he that putteth his trust in YHWH shall be made fat. He that trusteth in his own heart is a fool: but whoso walketh wisely, he shall be delivered. He that giveth to the poor shall not lack: but he that hideth his eyes shall have many a curse. When the wicked rise, men hide themselves: but when they perish,. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

Proverbs 29 — משלי 29

Theme. Proverbs 29 (27 verses in the MT) opens: He, that being often reproved hardeneth neck, shall suddenly be destroyed, and that without remedy. The middle of the chapter continues: The king that faithfully judgeth the poor, his throne shall be established for ever. It closes: An unjust man an abomination to the just: and upright in the way abomination to the wicked.

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Textual note. Proverbs 29 comprises 27 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-6) — He, that being often reproved hardeneth neck, shall suddenly be destroye. He, that being often reproved hardeneth neck, shall suddenly be destroyed, and that without remedy. When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice: but when the wicked beareth rule, the people mourn. Whoso loveth wisdom rejoiceth his father: but he that keepeth company with harlots spendeth substance. The king by judgment establisheth the land: but. Movement II (vv. 7-12) — The righteous considereth the cause of the poor: the wicked regardeth no. The righteous considereth the cause of the poor: the wicked regardeth not to know . Scornful men bring a city into a snare: but wise turn away wrath. a wise man contendeth with a foolish man, whether he rage or laugh, no rest. The bloodthirsty hate the upright: but the just seek his soul. A fool uttereth all his mind: but a wise keepeth it in till. Movement III (vv. 13-18) — The poor and the deceitful man meet together: YHWH lighteneth both their. The poor and the deceitful man meet together: YHWH lighteneth both their eyes. The king that faithfully judgeth the poor, his throne shall be established for ever. The rod and reproof give wisdom: but a child left bringeth his mother to shame. When the wicked are multiplied, transgression increaseth: but the righteous shall see their fall. Correct your son,. Movement IV (vv. 19-24) — A servant will not be corrected by words: for though he understand he wi. A servant will not be corrected by words: for though he understand he will not answer. Seest you a man hasty in his words? more hope of a fool than of him. He that delicately bringeth up his servant from a child shall have him become son at the length. An angry man stirreth up strife, and a furious man aboundeth in transgression. A man's pride shall bring. Movement V (vv. 25-27) — The fear of man bringeth a snare: but whoso putteth his trust in YHWH sh. The fear of man bringeth a snare: but whoso putteth his trust in YHWH shall be safe. Many seek the ruler's favour; but man's judgment from YHWH. An unjust man an abomination to the just: and upright in the way abomination to the wicked. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

Proverbs 30 — משלי 30

Theme. Proverbs 30 (33 verses in the MT) opens: The words of Agur the son of Jakeh, the prophecy: the man spake to Ithiel, even to Ithiel and Ucal, The middle of the chapter continues: The eye mocketh at father, and despiseth to obey mother, the ravens of the valley shall pick it out, and the young eagles shall eat it. It closes: Surely the churning of milk bringeth forth butter, and the wringing of the nose bringeth forth blood: so the forcing of wrath bringeth forth strife.

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Textual note. Proverbs 30 comprises 33 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-7) — The words of Agur the son of Jakeh, the prophecy: the man spake to Ithie. The words of Agur the son of Jakeh, the prophecy: the man spake to Ithiel, even to Ithiel and Ucal, Surely I more brutish than man, and have not the understanding of a man. I neither learned wisdom, nor have the knowledge of the holy. Who has ascended up into heaven, or descended? who has gathered the wind in his fists? who has bound the waters in a. Movement II (vv. 8-14) — Remove far from me vanity and lies: give me neither poverty nor riches;. Remove far from me vanity and lies: give me neither poverty nor riches; feed me with food convenient for me: Lest I be full, and deny , and say, Who YHWH? or lest I be poor, and steal, and take the name of my God . Accuse not a servant to his master, lest he curse you, and you be found guilty. a generation curseth their father, and does not bless their. Movement III (vv. 15-21) — The horseleach has two daughters, , Give, give. The horseleach has two daughters, , Give, give. There are three are never satisfied, , four say not, enough: The grave; and the barren womb; the earth is not filled with water; and the fire says not, enough. The eye mocketh at father, and despiseth to obey mother, the ravens of the valley shall pick it out, and the young eagles shall eat it. There be three. Movement IV (vv. 22-28) — For a servant when he reigneth; and a fool when he is filled with meat;. For a servant when he reigneth; and a fool when he is filled with meat; For an odious when she is married; and an handmaid that is heir to her mistress. There be four little upon the earth, but they exceeding wise: The ants a people not strong, yet they prepare their meat in the summer; The conies a feeble folk, yet make they their houses in the rocks; The. Movement V (vv. 29-33) — There be three which go well, yea, four are comely in going:. There be three which go well, yea, four are comely in going: A lion strongest among beasts, and turneth not away for any; A greyhound; an he goat also; and a king, against whom no rising up. If you have done foolishly in lifting up thyself, or if you have thought evil, your hand upon your mouth. Surely the churning of milk bringeth forth butter, and the. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

Proverbs 31 — משלי 31

Theme. Proverbs 31 (31 verses in the MT) opens: The words of king Lemuel, the prophecy that his mother taught him. The middle of the chapter continues: She considereth a field, and buyeth it: with the fruit of her hands she planteth a vineyard. It closes: Give her of the fruit of her hands; and let her own works praise her in the gates.

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Textual note. Proverbs 31 comprises 31 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-7) — The words of king Lemuel, the prophecy that his mother taught him. The words of king Lemuel, the prophecy that his mother taught him. What, my son? and what, the son of my womb? and what, the son of my vows? Give not your strength to women, nor your ways to that which destroyeth kings. not for kings, O Lemuel, not for kings to drink wine; nor for princes strong drink: Lest they drink, and forget the law, and pervert the. Movement II (vv. 8-14) — Open your mouth for the dumb in the cause of all such as are appointed t. Open your mouth for the dumb in the cause of all such as are appointed to destruction. Open your mouth, judge righteously, and plead the cause of the poor and needy. Who can find a virtuous woman? for her price far above rubies. The heart of her husband does safely trust in her, so that he shall have no need of spoil. She will do him good and not evil all. Movement III (vv. 15-21) — She riseth also while it is yet night, and giveth meat to her household. She riseth also while it is yet night, and giveth meat to her household, and a portion to her maidens. She considereth a field, and buyeth it: with the fruit of her hands she planteth a vineyard. She girdeth her loins with strength, and strengtheneth her arms. She perceiveth that her merchandise good: her candle goeth not out by night. She layeth her hands. Movement IV (vv. 22-28) — She maketh herself coverings of tapestry; her clothing silk and purple. She maketh herself coverings of tapestry; her clothing silk and purple. Her husband is known in the gates, when he sitteth among the elders of the land. She maketh fine linen, and selleth ; and delivereth girdles to the merchant. Strength and honour her clothing; and she shall rejoice in time to come. She openeth her mouth with wisdom; and in her tongue the. Movement V (vv. 29-31) — Many daughters have done virtuously, but you excellest them all. Many daughters have done virtuously, but you excellest them all. Favour deceitful, and beauty vain: a woman feareth YHWH, she shall be praised. Give her of the fruit of her hands; and let her own works praise her in the gates. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.