Going to the ants XIV (Wisdom from the Lizards and Spiders)

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 Spirit Breakfast 🍞☕

19/8/2020 


Text: Proverbs 30:28 (New Living Translation)

[28]Lizards—they are easy to catch, but they are found even in kings’ palaces.

Proverbs 30:28 (King James Version)

[28]The spider taketh hold with her hands, and is in kings' palaces.


The 28th verse of Proverbs 30 is an interesting one. This is because the original Hebrew word "semamiyt" has been translated into the English words "Spider" in the King James Version and "Lizard" in modern translations such as the New Living Translation.


This is no cause for controversy as both creatures fit the Hebrew word in use. First of all, both lizard and spider have their own Hebrew words which are different from the one used here. 


The word in use here isn't clear but it is from a root word that speaks of the ability of a creature to stun, stupefy, or poison. And certain Lizards and Spiders are known to be poisonous. 


Also, both creatures have been found to be in the most unlikeliest of places. Which is a trait both creatures share. 


So, not to go into a debate as to which is right or wrong, we will be learning wisdom from these two creatures from tomorrow.


I pray that God's mercy will cover you from evil this day in Jesus name. 


Have a graced day...


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