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Proverbs 20:27–28

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The spirit of man is the candle of the Lord, searching all the inward parts of the belly.
Mercy and truth preserve the king: and his throne is upholden by mercy.
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From verse 27

  1. 1 Corinthians 2:11Rank 1 from verse 27
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    11For what man knoweth the things of a man, save the spirit of man which is in him? even so the things of God knoweth no man, but the Spirit of God.

  2. Hebrews 4:12–13Rank 2 from verse 27
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    12For the word of God is quick, and powerful, and sharper than any twoedged sword, piercing even to the dividing asunder of soul and spirit, and of the joints and marrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart.

    13Neither is there any creature that is not manifest in his sight: but all things are naked and opened unto the eyes of him with whom we have to do.

  3. Job 32:8Rank 3 from verse 27
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    8But there is a spirit in man: and the inspiration of the Almighty giveth them understanding.

  4. 1 John 3:19–21Rank 4 from verse 27
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    19And hereby we know that we are of the truth, and shall assure our hearts before him.

    20For if our heart condemn us, God is greater than our heart, and knoweth all things.

    21Beloved, if our heart condemn us not, then have we confidence toward God.

  5. Genesis 2:7Rank 5 from verse 27
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    7And the Lord God formed man of the dust of the ground, and breathed into his nostrils the breath of life; and man became a living soul.

  6. Romans 2:15Rank 6 from verse 27
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    15Which shew the work of the law written in their hearts, their conscience also bearing witness, and their thoughts the mean while accusing or else excusing one another;)

  7. 2 Corinthians 4:2–6Rank 7 from verse 27
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    2But have renounced the hidden things of dishonesty, not walking in craftiness, nor handling the word of God deceitfully; but by manifestation of the truth commending ourselves to every man’s conscience in the sight of God.

    3But if our gospel be hid, it is hid to them that are lost:

    4In whom the god of this world hath blinded the minds of them which believe not, lest the light of the glorious gospel of Christ, who is the image of God, should shine unto them.

    5For we preach not ourselves, but Christ Jesus the Lord; and ourselves your servants for Jesus’ sake.

    6For God, who commanded the light to shine out of darkness, hath shined in our hearts, to give the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ.

  8. Proverbs 20:30Rank 8 from verse 27
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    30The blueness of a wound cleanseth away evil: so do stripes the inward parts of the belly.

From verse 28

  1. Proverbs 16:12Rank 1 from verse 28
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    12It is an abomination to kings to commit wickedness: for the throne is established by righteousness.

  2. Proverbs 29:14Rank 2 from verse 28
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    14The king that faithfully judgeth the poor, his throne shall be established for ever.

  3. Psalms 101:1Rank 3 from verse 28
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    1I WILL sing of mercy and judgment: unto thee, O Lord, will I sing.

  4. Psalms 26:1Rank 4 from verse 28
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    1JUDGE me, O Lord; for I have walked in mine integrity: I have trusted also in the Lord; therefore I shall not slide.

  5. Isaiah 16:5Rank 5 from verse 28
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    5And in mercy shall the throne be established: and he shall sit upon it in truth in the tabernacle of David, judging, and seeking judgment, and hasting righteousness.

  6. Proverbs 16:6Rank 6 from verse 28
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    6By mercy and truth iniquity is purged: and by the fear of the Lord men depart from evil.

  7. Psalms 21:7Rank 7 from verse 28
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    7For the king trusteth in the Lord, and through the mercy of the most High he shall not be moved.

  8. Psalms 61:7Rank 8 from verse 28
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    7He shall abide before God for ever: O prepare mercy and truth, which may preserve him.

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DEFINED WORDS

Proverbs 20:27

COMBINED MEANING

spirit

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Sense 1: An immaterial living or personal being distinct from a body. Sense 2: The inward life, disposition, mind, or courage of a person. Sense 3: The Holy Spirit, the divine Spirit of God.

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COMBINED MEANING

man

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1. A human being or person. 2. Mankind collectively. 3. A male person.

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searching

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Present-participial or verbal-noun form of search, meaning to seek carefully, examine, explore, or inquire in order to find or know.

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COMBINED MEANING

inward

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1. Within or toward the inside. 2. Belonging to the inner person. 3. Intimate or close.

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parts

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Sense 1: Portions or divisions of a whole. Sense 2: Divides, separates, departs, or assigns shares.

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Proverbs 20:28

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mercy

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Compassion or pity shown to the distressed or guilty; kindness that withholds deserved harm.

Meaning drawn from: KJV context and cross-references

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truth

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1. That which is true; conformity to fact or reality. 2. Faithfulness. 3. God's revealed word.

Meaning drawn from: Direct Scripture definition · KJV context and cross-references · Webster 1828

COMBINED MEANING

preserve

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To keep safe from harm, loss, decay, or destruction; to protect, maintain, or save.

Meaning drawn from: KJV context and cross-references

COMBINED MEANING

king

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A sovereign ruler; one exercising royal authority over a kingdom.

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COMBINED MEANING

upholden

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Held up, sustained, supported, preserved, strengthened, or kept from falling or failing.

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20:26A wise king scattereth the wicked, and bringeth the wheel over them.

20:27The spirit of man is the candle of the Lord, searching all the inward parts of the belly.

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20:28Mercy and truth preserve the king: and his throne is upholden by mercy.

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20:29The glory of young men is their strength: and the beauty of old men is the gray head.

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