August 2, 2010 Proverbs 24-27:10

Today's passage contains some 74 proverbs. Here are some of my favorites:
Chapter 24
13&14 "Eat honey, my son, for it is good; honey from the comb is sweet to your taste. Know also that wisdom is sweet to your soul; if you find it, there is a future hope for you, and your hope will not be cut off."
26. "An honest answer is like a kiss on the lips."
Chapter 25
The bible tells us that these proverbs were copied by the men of Hezekiah king of Judah. He ruled Judah 215 years or so after Solomon.
11. "A word aptly spoken is like apples of gold in settings of silver."
14. "Like clouds and wind without rain is a man who boasts of gifts he does not give."
15. "Through patience a ruler can be persuaded, and a gentle tongue can break a bone."
16&17 "If you find honey, eat just enough - too much of it, and you will vomit. Seldom set foot in your neighbor's house - too much of you, and he will hate you."
24. "Better to live on a corner of the roof than share a house with a quarrelsome wife." (Same as 21:9)
28. "Like a city whose walls are broken down is a man who lacks self-control."
Chapter 26
18&19 "Like a madman shooting firebrands or deadly arrows is a man who deceives his neighbor and says, "I was only joking!"
28. "A lying tongue hates those it hurts, and a flattering mouth works ruin."
Chapter 27
1. "Do not boast about tomorrow, for you do not know what a day may bring forth."
4. "Anger is cruel and fury overwhelming, but who can stand before jealousy?"
What are some of your favorites?

Tomorrow read Proverbs 27:11-30:33