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Proverbs 23:3

Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for Proverbs 23:3 — by Collins Asein

Quick Summary

Proverbs 23:3 is a verse from the book of Proverbs in the Old Testament. The KJV reads: "Be not desirous of his dainties: for they are deceitful meat." Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.

Proverbs 23:3 — KJV

“Be not desirous of his dainties: for they are deceitful meat.”

— Proverbs 23:3 (KJV)

Proverbs 23:3 in Context — About the Book of Proverbs

Proverbs is distilled wisdom for ordinary decisions — money, words, work, friendship, marriage, anger, and the tongue. Its premise is simple: the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom. Thirty-one chapters make it the classic one-chapter-a-day book for praying through daily choices.

WisdomThe fear of the LordDiligence & workGuarding the tongueTrust over self-reliance
Explore the full Book of Proverbs — all 31 chapters →

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Collins Asein — Christian Author & Founder of PrayerKey