The Weight of Words: A Devotional Reflection on Proverbs 15:28
"The heart of the righteous studieth to answer: but the mouth of the wicked poureth out evil things." - Proverbs 15:28
In the grand tapestry of life, the words we choose to weave not only reflect who we are but also bear the weight of our true intentions. Proverbs 15:28 in the King James Version reminds us of this reality: "The heart of the righteous studieth to answer: but the mouth of the wicked poureth out evil things." This verse invites us to reflect on the profound relationship between our hearts, minds, and the words we speak.
At first glance, the verse presents a stark contrast between two types of individuals: the righteous and the wicked. The righteous person, as described here, does not respond impulsively or carelessly. Instead, their heart is in a constant pursuit of wisdom and understanding. The word
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Proverbs 15:28 - "The heart of the righteous studieth to answer: but the mouth of the wicked poureth out evil things."
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[28] The heart of the righteous weighs its answers, but the mouth of the wicked gushes evil.](https://media.bible.art/80457803-46a4-4285-9475-b391d797ab48-thumbnail.jpg)
Proverbs 15:28 NIV [28] The heart of the righteous weighs its answers, but the mouth of the wicked gushes evil.
"The heart of the righteous studieth to answer: but the mouth of the wicked poureth out evil things." - Proverbs 15:28
Proverbs 28:15 - "As a roaring lion, and a ranging bear; so is a wicked ruler over the poor people."
"As a roaring lion, and a ranging bear; so is a wicked ruler over the poor people." - Proverbs 28:15
Proverbs:31:28
Proverbs 28:28 - "When the wicked rise, men hide themselves: but when they perish, the righteous increase."
Proverbs 17:27-28
Proverbs 17:27-28
Proverbs 17:27-28
Proverbs 12:28 - "In the way of righteousness is life; and in the pathway thereof there is no death."
Proverbs 30:28 - "The spider taketh hold with her hands, and is in kings' palaces."
Proverbs 21:28 - "A false witness shall perish: but the man that heareth speaketh constantly."
Proverbs 14:28 - "In the multitude of people is the king's honour: but in the want of people is the destruction of the prince."
Proverbs 28:4 - "They that forsake the law praise the wicked: but such as keep the law contend with them."
Proverbs 28:21 - "To have respect of persons is not good: for for a piece of bread that man will transgress."
Proverbs 28:1 - "The wicked flee when no man pursueth: but the righteous are bold as a lion."
Proverbs 10:28 - "The hope of the righteous shall be gladness: but the expectation of the wicked shall perish."
Proverbs 22:28 - "Remove not the ancient landmark, which thy fathers have set."
Proverbs 20:28 - "Mercy and truth preserve the king: and his throne is upholden by mercy."
Proverbs 19:28 - "An ungodly witness scorneth judgment: and the mouth of the wicked devoureth iniquity."
Proverbs 16:28 - "A froward man soweth strife: and a whisperer separateth chief friends."
Genesis 28-15
Proverbs 26:28 - "A lying tongue hateth those that are afflicted by it; and a flattering mouth worketh ruin."
Proverbs 23:28 - "She also lieth in wait as for a prey, and increaseth the transgressors among men."
Proverbs 6:28 - "Can one go upon hot coals, and his feet not be burned?"
Proverbs 24:28 - "Be not a witness against thy neighbour without cause; and deceive not with thy lips."
Proverbs 28:5 - "Evil men understand not judgment: but they that seek the LORD understand all things."
Proverbs 15:15 - "All the days of the afflicted are evil: but he that is of a merry heart hath a continual feast."
Proverbs 8:28 - "When he established the clouds above: when he strengthened the fountains of the deep:"