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Proverbs 21:20

King James Version (KJV)

“In our prayers we talk to God, in our Bible study God talks to us, and we had better let God do most of the talking.”
— D.L. Moody

Scripture focus

[There is] treasure to be desired and oil in the dwelling of the wise; but a foolish man spendeth it up.

Proverbs 21:20 — KJV

Commentary

Commentary on Proverbs 21:20

Theological / Devotional

Oil. Instead of “oil” the LXX has a verb, “will rest.” This version renders the verse, “A desirable treasure will rest on the mouth of the wise; but foolish men will swallow it up.”

By SdaBc