The Bible – Old Testament Genesis Chapter 39 1 1 When Joseph was taken down to Egypt, a certain Egyptian (Potiphar, a courtier of Pharaoh and his chief steward) bought him from the Ishmaelites who had brought him there. 2 But since the LORD was with him, Joseph got on very well and was assigned to… Seguir leyendo Genesis – Chapter 39
Genesis – Chapter 40
The Bible – Old Testament Genesis Chapter 40 1 Some time afterward, the royal cupbearer and baker gave offense to their lord, the king of Egypt. 2 Pharaoh was angry with his two courtiers, the chief cupbearer and the chief baker, 3 and he put them in custody in the house of the chief steward… Seguir leyendo Genesis – Chapter 40
Proverbs – Chapter 20
The Bible – Old Testament Proverbs Chapter 20 1 Wine is arrogant, strong drink is riotous; none who goes astray for it is wise. 2 The dread of the king is as when a lion roars; he who incurs his anger forfeits his life. 3 It is honorable for a man to shun strife, while… Seguir leyendo Proverbs – Chapter 20
Proverbs – Chapter 21
The Bible – Old Testament Proverbs Chapter 21 1 Like a stream is the king’s heart in the hand of the LORD; wherever it pleases him, he directs it. 2 All the ways of a man may be right in his own eyes, but it is the LORD who proves hearts. 3 1 To do what… Seguir leyendo Proverbs – Chapter 21
Proverbs – Chapter 22
The Bible – Old Testament Proverbs Chapter 22 1 A good name is more desirable than great riches, and high esteem, than gold and silver. 2 Rich and poor have a common bond: the LORD is the maker of them all. 3 The shrewd man perceives evil and hides, while simpletons continue on and suffer… Seguir leyendo Proverbs – Chapter 22
Proverbs – Chapter 23
The Bible – Old Testament Proverbs Chapter 23 1 When you sit down to dine with a ruler, keep in mind who is before you; 2 1 And put a knife to your throat if you have a ravenous appetite. 3 Do not desire his delicacies; they are deceitful food. 4 Toil not to gain wealth,… Seguir leyendo Proverbs – Chapter 23
Proverbs – Chapter 24
The Bible – Old Testament Proverbs Chapter 24 1 1 Be not emulous of evil men, and desire not to be with them; 2 For their hearts plot violence, and their lips speak of foul play. 3 By wisdom is a house built, by understanding is it made firm; 4 And by knowledge are its rooms… Seguir leyendo Proverbs – Chapter 24
Proverbs – Chapter 25
The Bible – Old Testament Proverbs Chapter 25 1 1 These also are proverbs of Solomon. The men of Hezekiah, king of Judah, transmitted them. 2 God has glory in what he conceals, kings have glory in what they fathom. 3 As the heavens in height, and the earth in depth, the heart of kings is… Seguir leyendo Proverbs – Chapter 25
Proverbs – Chapter 26
The Bible – Old Testament Proverbs Chapter 26 1 1 Like snow in summer, or rain in harvest, honor for a fool is out of place. 2 Like the sparrow in its flitting, like the swallow in its flight, a curse uncalled-for arrives nowhere. 3 The whip for the horse, the bridle for the ass, and… Seguir leyendo Proverbs – Chapter 26
Proverbs – Chapter 27
The Bible – Old Testament Proverbs Chapter 27 1 Boast not of tomorrow, for you know not what any day may bring forth. 2 Let another praise you – not your own mouth; Someone else – not your own lips. 3 Stone is heavy, and sand a burden, but a fool’s provocation is heavier than… Seguir leyendo Proverbs – Chapter 27