Proverbs 29:1 – God Didn't Say That

Q&A: The Stiff Burning Neck of Proverbs 29:1

These questions about Proverbs 29:1 come in via the About page: 1. Is it possible that this verse refers to, or alludes to, a broken neck (spinal column), with no possibility of mending (except, in modern times, T-cells)? 2. What is with the references to “reprover” and “fire” in the LXX? The verse is (NRSV):…
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JoelMHoffman February 7, 2010 1

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Q&A: The Stiff Burning Neck of Proverbs 29:1

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