Proverbs 22:21

From them, you will learn what is right and what is true, in order that you will be able to bring back a good report to those who sent you to school (OR, give a good answer to those who ask you questions).

Translation for Translators

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

20I have written [RHQ] 30 ◄sayings/things that wise people have said► from which you will receive good advice and you will be able you to know many good/useful things.

22It is easy to rob poor people who are helpless and cannot defend themselves, but never do that; and do not oppress in court those who are needy/afflicted,

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Cross References

Proverbs 1:1These are the ◄proverbs/wise sayings► that come from Solomon, the King of Israel, who was the son of King David.

Luke 1:3I myself have studied these accounts carefully. So I decided that it would be good for me also to write for you (sg) an accurate account of these matters.

1 Peter 3:15Instead, acknowledge that Christ is the one who is in complete control of your lives. Always be ready to answer everyone who demands that you tell them about what you confidently expect God to do for you.

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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