Proverbs 30:21-23
“For three things the earth is disquieted, and for four which it cannot bear: For a servant when he reigneth; and a fool when he is filled with meat; For an odious woman when she is married; and an handmaid that is heir to her mistress.”

What does Proverbs 30:21-23 mean?
Proverbs 30:21-23 from the King James Version of the Bible states, "For three things the earth is disquieted, and for four which it cannot bear: For a servant when he reigneth; and a fool when he is filled with meat; For an odious woman when she is married; and a handmaid that…
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The verses from Proverbs 30:21-23 carry a profound truth that resonates deeply in our contemporary society: "For three things the earth is disquieted, and for four which it cannot bear: For a servant when he reigneth; and a fool when he is filled with meat; For an odious woman…
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Heavenly Father, We come before You today with humble hearts, seeking Your divine guidance and wisdom as we reflect upon the profound truths encapsulated in Proverbs 30:21-23. In this sacred moment, we acknowledge the complexities of life and the challenges that arise from the…
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