Thematic Bible: Used figuratively for the seat of the affections


Thematic Bible



A man's belly shall be filled with the fruit of his mouth; With the increase of his lips shall he be satisfied.


Should a wise man make answer with vain knowledge, And fill himself with the east wind?

They conceive mischief, and bring forth iniquity, And their heart prepareth deceit.

Because he knew no quietness within him, He shall not save aught of that wherein he delighteth.

For our soul is bowed down to the dust: Our body cleaveth unto the earth.


Stripes that wound cleanse away evil; And strokes reach the innermost parts.

I heard, and my body trembled, My lips quivered at the voice; Rottenness entereth into my bones, and I tremble in my place; Because I must wait quietly for the day of trouble, For the coming up of the people that invadeth us.



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