Proverbs 22:17-18
“Bow down thine ear, and hear the words of the wise, and apply thine heart unto my knowledge. For it is a pleasant thing if thou keep them within thee; they shall withal be fitted in thy lips.”

What does Proverbs 22:17-18 mean?
Proverbs 22:17-18 in the King James Version reads: "17 Bow down thine ear, and hear the words of the wise, and apply thine heart unto my knowledge. 18 For it is a pleasant thing if thou keep them within thee; they shall withal be fitted in thy lips." The Book of Proverbs is…
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In the beautifully woven tapestry of the Book of Proverbs, wisdom shines like a jewel, illustrating the kind of life that elevates us beyond mere existence into realms of purpose and relational richness. Today, we delve into Proverbs 22:17-18, which says, "Incline thine ear, and…
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O Divine and Everlasting Father, In the stillness of this moment, I come before You with a heart yearning for wisdom, as Your Word declares in Proverbs 22:17-18: "Incline thine ear, and hear the words of the wise, and apply thine heart unto my knowledge. For it is a pleasant…
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