Catholic Dictionary
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PROVERB
A short statement of a universal truth written in expressive language. There are many proverbial thoughts found in Scripture, expounding spiritual truths and human aspirations. One of the best known books in the Old Testament is the Book of Proverbs, filled with expressions of wisdom and experience.
