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Proverbs 23:8

King James Version (KJV)

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Proverbs 23:8

Verse 8 of 35

Scripture focus

The morsel [which] thou hast eaten shalt thou vomit up, and lose thy sweet words.

Proverbs 23:8 — KJV

Commentary

Commentary on Proverbs 23:8

Theological / Devotional

Lose thy sweet words. There is probably a tinge of irony in this clause. The context supports the thought that you owe your host no pleasant words of thanks, since you have gained no real benefit, and he has given no genuine hospitality. Hence your friendly words are lost upon the covetous host.

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