”The poor use entreaties, but the rich answer roughly." (Proverbs 18:23, ESV) The proverb above shows us a reality of our world. In this world, riches enable someone to treat others roughly, but those in poverty are forced to plead for mercy, for they are often at the mercy of others .
10 мар. 2018 г.
A person who acts against wisdom and common sense puts themselves at greater risk of relying on entreaties, translated from a word literally meaning pleadings. |
9 нояб. 2019 г. · The poor learn to talk softly and humbly request, while the rich arrogantly speak against them with hardness. |
The poor man, of whom one might expect roughness, supplicates; the rich, well nurtured, from whom one might look for courtesy, answers harshly and brusquely. |
Proverbs 18:23. The poor useth entreaties. Or "supplications"; he is an humble supplicant to others for favours he asks in a submissive and lowly manner; ... |
Proverbs 18:23 The poor plead for mercy, but the rich answer harshly.... Read verse in New International Version. |
This proverb speaks of the fact that men in lowly positions (either financially or a low status in society) were very often careful about the WAY they spoke to ... |
So it's possible to answer a matter before you really know what the matter is. And he that answers a matter before he hears it, it is folly and a shame to him. |
This verse contrasts the responses of those in different social positions, highlighting the humility often found in the poor, who must plead or request. |
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