Proverbs 22:20

King James Version (public domain)

Traditionally attributed to Solomon · c. 10th century BC · King of Israel, renowned for wisdom

Have not I written to thee excellent things in counsels and knowledge,

Context

18For it is a pleasant thing if thou keep them within thee; they shall withal be fitted in thy lips.

19That thy trust may be in the LORD, I have made known to thee this day, even to thee.

20Have not I written to thee excellent things in counsels and knowledge,

21That I might make thee know the certainty of the words of truth; that thou mightest answer the words of truth to them that send unto thee?

22Rob not the poor, because he is poor: neither oppress the afflicted in the gate: