12 occurrences in 11 translations

'Proverbs' in the Bible

Wherefore they that speak in proverbs say, Come into Heshbon, let the city of Sihon be built and prepared:

Your memorable sayings are proverbs of ash;your defenses are made of clay.

These proverbs are for gaining wisdom and discipline; for understanding words of insight;

in understanding proverbs, clever sayings, words of the wise, and their riddles.

Here are some more proverbs from wise people: It isn't good to show partiality in judgment.

And moreover, because the preacher was wise, he still taught the people knowledge; yea, he gave good heed, and sought out, and set in order many proverbs.

I'm determined to oppose that person and make him an example. Proverbs will be written about him when I eliminate him from my people. Then you'll know that I am the LORD."'"

Behold, every one that useth proverbs shall use this proverb against thee, saying, As is the mother, so is her daughter.

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Root Form
Definition
Usage
חידה 
Chiydah 
Usage: 17

משׁל 
Mashal 
Usage: 16

משׁל 
Mashal 
Usage: 39

παραβολή 
Parabole 
Usage: 38

παροιμία 
Paroimia 
Usage: 3

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