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# proverb, proverbs #
## Definition: ##
A proverb is a short statement that expresses some wisdom or truth.
* Proverbs are powerful because they are easy to remember and repeat.
* Often a proverb will include practical examples from everyday life.
* Some proverbs are very clear and direct, while others are more difficult to understand.
* King Solomon was known for his wisdom and wrote over 1,000 proverbs.
* Jesus often used proverbs or parables when he taught people.
* Ways to translate "proverb" could include "wise saying" or "true word."
(See also: [Solomon](../names/solomon.md), [true](../kt/true.md), [wise](../kt/wise.md))
## Bible References: ##
* [1 Kings 04:32-34](rc://en/tn/help/1ki/04/32)
* [1 Samuel 24:12-13](rc://en/tn/help/1sa/24/12)
* [2 Peter 02:20-22](rc://en/tn/help/2pe/02/20)
* [Luke 04:23-24](rc://en/tn/help/luk/04/23)
* [Proverbs 01:1-3](rc://en/tn/help/pro/01/01)
## Word Data:##
* Strong's: H2420, H4911, H4912, G3850, G3942