Proverbs 22:21

To make you see how certain are true words, so that you may give a true answer to those who put questions to you?

Bible in Basic English

In The King James Version

That I might make thee know the certainty of the words of truth; that thou mightest answer the words of truth to them that send unto thee?

In Context

20Have I not put in writing for you thirty sayings, with wise suggestions and knowledge,

22Do not take away the property of the poor man because he is poor, or be cruel to the crushed ones when they come before the judge:

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Cross References

Proverbs 1:1The wise sayings of Solomon, the son of David, king of Israel.

Luke 1:3It seemed good to me, having made observation, with great care, of the direction of events in their order, to put the facts in writing for you, most noble Theophilus;

1 Peter 3:15But give honour to Christ in your hearts as your Lord; and be ready at any time when you are questioned about the hope which is in you, to give an answer in the fear of the Lord and without pride;

Matthew Henry on Proverbs 22:18-22

Serious Attention Inculcated. 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. 19 That thy trust may be in the Lord , I have made known to thee this day, even to thee. 20 Have not I written to thee excellent things in counsels and knowledge, 21 That I might make thee know the certainty of the words of truth; that thou mightest answer the words of truth to them that… Read the whole commentary →

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