Where the Fathers quote Proverbs 13

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Maximus the Confessor c. 580–662PG 91:843C…word that men shall speak, they shall render an account for it in the day of judgment. James I, 19. — Let every man be swift to hear, but slow to speak. Prov. XIII, 3. — He who guards his own mouth preserve… Maximus the Confessor c. 580–662PG 91:937…1, 19.—Let every man be swift to hear, and slow to speak. Sirach VIII, 4.—Do not contend with a garrulous man, and do not heap wood upon his fire. Proverbs XIII, 3.—He that guards his mouth, preserves his own soul. Proverb… John of Damascus c. 675–749PG 95:1339C…. Job xxvii, 4.—«My lips shall not speak iniquity, nor shall my soul meditate on unjust things.» Prov. x, 19.—«If you spare your lips, you will be wise.» Prov. xiii, 3.—«He who guards his tongue, guards his… John Chrysostom c. 349–407PG 56:373B…no one could say that he who loves is contentious; as again the passage: "In desires is every sluggard; and every quick-tempered person acts without counsel" (Prov. 13:4); and, "The wrathful man acts without c… John Chrysostom c. 349–407PG 56:737A…m. Therefore, one must be vigilant through good works, because error does not beget sins, but sins beget error. As Wisdom says, "Impiety draws a man to error" (Prov. 13.6). "Beware," as He admonishes—beware… John of Damascus c. 675–749PG 95:1219…Prov. xiii, 6. — “As long as the innocent cleave… John of Damascus c. 675–749PG 95:1379A…Prov. XI, 18. — "He that sows justice, shall receive a faithful reward." Prov. XIII, 6. — "Justice keeps the innocent." Prov.… John of Damascus c. 675–749PG 96:81C…ning those who boast and brag. Prov. xii, 9. — « Better is a man who serves [others] in lowliness, than one who sets glory for himself and lacks bread. » Prov. xiii, 7. — « There are those who boast of their… Origen c. 185–c. 253PG 11:1451…in good works, to be ready to distribute, to communicate (I Tim. VI, 17-18). For, as Solomon says, the wealth of true goods is the redemption of a man’s soul (Prov. XIII, 8). But poverty, contrary to these, is pe… Peter of Alexandria c. 250-311PG 18:499D…r the loss of their money, rather than their own souls. Then, confirming this very thing, he brings forward diverse Matth. xvi, 26. Matth. vi, 24. Prov. xiii, 8. Act. xvii, 9, 10.… Eusebius of Caesarea c. 260–339PG 23:431D…to the outer darkness. But for the phrase, And their help shall grow old in hell from their glory, Aquila says, “And their character [to destroy hell... Prov. XIII, 8.… Basil the Great c. 329–379PG 31:461D…stead of the finery of clothing, let humility be displayed. Above all, let almsgiving redeem you from sin. For the ransom of a man’s life is his own wealth. (Prov. XIII, 8). Make many of those who are afflicted… Basil the Great c. 329–379PG 31:1059B…shes, in accordance with the commandment. 88. What is the "solicitude of this life." 89. Since it is written: "The ransom of a man's life is his own wealth" (Prov. xiii, 8), and this does not apply to us, what m… Basil the Great c. 329–379PG 31:1143C…en, if it does not contribute to piety, is a solicitude of this life. QUESTION LXXXIX. Since it is written, “The ransom of a man’s soul is his own wealth” (Prov. xiii, 8), what are we to do, to whom this is no… John Chrysostom c. 349–407PG 60:195D…we might be mindful of the poor" (Gal. II, 10); and throughout the Scriptures this matter is discussed. The ransom of a man's soul, he says, is his own wealth (Prov. XIII, 8); but Christ: "If thou wilt be perfect,… Cosmas Indicopleustes fl. c. 535–550PG 88:1783A…great a good, how great a grace, almsgiving is—how truly great is that which can even remit sins, as the prophet says: The ransom of a man is his own wealth (Prov. XIII, 8). And again he says elsewhere: Redeem… John of Damascus c. 675–749PG 95:1255D…you shall not fear; and release your labor like a wave that has passed by, and you shall not be afraid; for your prayer shall be like the morning star.» Prov. xiii, 8. — «The ransom of a man’s soul is his… John of Damascus c. 675–749PG 95:1457B…know what the coming day will bring forth.” Prov. xi, 26, 17. — “Blessing is upon the head of him who imparts. A merciful man does good to his own soul.” Prov. xiii, 8. — “The redemption of a man’s soul is h… John of Damascus c. 675–749PG 96:165A…the adornment of clothing, let humility be taken up. Above all, let almsgiving redeem you from sin. For the ransom of a man is his own wealth, says Scripture (Prov. XIII, 8). Drunkenness does not receive the… John of Damascus c. 675–749PG 96:285A…edy.” ⟦Ps. cxxxix, 12.⟧ “Poverty humbles a man.” ⟦Prov. xvii, 4.⟧ “He that despiseth the poor sinneth.” ⟦Prov. xiv, 21.⟧ “The poor doth not speak roughly.” ⟦Prov. xiii, 8.⟧ “He that oppresseth the poor reproac… Clement of Alexandria c. 150 – c. 215PG 8:1369…of water for generation succeeding generation wishes to make immortal through progress but the lamp of the wicked shall be extinguished truly the purity both in body and soul which the gnostic follows the all wise… Origen c. 185–c. 253PG 13:637…with us that he might not swallow us up alive and that the lamp of the wicked shall be put out verse the lord has done that which he determined not of themselves did the enemies… Basil the Great c. 329–379PG 30:887B…adict me. Whoever, therefore, waits for that light which is above the heavens in the promises of goods, of which Solomon says: The light of the just is always (Prov. XIII, 9). And the Apostle: Giving thanks to God… Gregory of Nyssa c. 335–c. 395PG 46:1209…utem mane prima sabbati [Now when he was risen early the first day of the week], cap. xvi, […]. Col. 638 A. Nam si lux [For if the light]. A noted passage, Prov. XIII, 9. Col. 643 C. Sero sabbatorum. Sifanu… Procopius of Gaza c. 465–528PG 87:1785…ver the wise man is great in contumely with an audacious heart but the lamp of the wicked is a sin the wise man he says is great in contumely not in virtue but he glories… John of Damascus c. 675–749PG 95:1361C…just, there is great glory." Prov. iii, 33. — "The dwellings of the just are blessed." Prov. x, 22. — "The blessing of the Lord is upon the head of the just." Prov. xiii, 9. — "The light for the just is always."… John of Damascus c. 675–749PG 95:1413C…h." Prov. xv, 6. "The blessing of the Lord is upon the head of the just. Joy remains with the just." Prov. x, 6, 28. "The light of the just is for all time." Prov. xiii, 9. "The just live for many years in weal… Leo Allatius 1586-1669PG 18:825B…e lightless place of just condemnation. For this reason the crier cries out: 'Light is for the righteous always. But the light of the wicked shall be put out' [Prov. XIII, 9]." For those who have lived well, imme… Basilius Caesariensis MagnusPG 29:41A…is, certainly not he who awaits the supercelestial light in the promises of good things, concerning which Solomon says: Light for the righteous for all time (Prov. XIII, 9); and the Apostle: Giving thanks to Go… Antonius Melissa fl. 11th centuryPG 136:775…upon him ibid the hope of the impious shall perish ibid xxi the lamp of the wicked shall be extinguished but destruction shall come upon them and they shall be as chaff driven by the wind… Maximus the Confessor c. 580–662PG 91:967B…rful to establish him. Eccl. XI, 9.—Walk in the ways of your heart, [blameless], and know yourself; for in all these things God will bring you into judgment. Prov. XIII, 10.—Those who know themselves are wise. E… John of Damascus c. 675–749PG 95:1297C…igently, lest thou forget all the words which thine eyes have seen; and let them not depart from thy heart" (Deut. 4:9). "Those who know themselves are wise" (Prov. 13:10). "Take heed to thyself, and watch dil… John Chrysostom c. 349–407PG 56:373A…who are not contentious, friendship covers" (Prov. 10:12). And, "He who neglects business is contemned by himself: he who fears the commandment, he is sound" (Prov. 13:13). The speeches of other men are of many… John Chrysostom c. 349–407PG 63:625…the dismissal; and do you enter into the church, and leave before the divine mysteries? Fear Him who said: He that depises a thing, shall be despised by it (Prov. 13: 13). Indeed, you do not dare to smile… John Chrysostom c. 349–407PG 64:47D…not come down; and you enter into the church, and before the divine mysteries you depart? Fear him who said: He who despises a matter shall be despised by it (Prov. XIII, 13). What then does the evangelist Luke sa… Maximus the Confessor c. 580–662PG 91:723A…v. 1, 10, 15, 16. — Let not impious men seduce you, nor walk in the way with them; but turn aside your foot from their paths: for their feet run into evil. Prov. 13, 13. — He who despises a matter shall be de… John of Damascus c. 675–749PG 95:1383B…dwellings of the just are blessed." Prov. x, 32. — "The lips of just men distill graces." Prov. xii, 3. — "The roots of the just shall not be plucked up." Prov. xiii, 13. — "The house of the just is blessed."… John of Damascus c. 675–749PG 96:281B…ceitful. A deceitful man shall not obtain what he hunts." "The souls of the deceitful wander in sins, and to a deceitful son there shall be nothing good." Prov. XIII, 13. — "The souls of the deceitful wander i… Procopius of Gaza c. 465–528PG 87:1351…the left or to the right because of the difficulties that occur the law of the wise is a fountain of life when the spiritual law directs the actions of the wise man delivering him from… Antonius Melissa fl. 11th centuryPG 136:799…once spoken or done eccli consult with the wise for the counsel of the wise is a fountain of life ibid xl gold and silver will establish the standing of a person but prudence will surpass… Basil the Great c. 329–379PG 30:1077…esiasticus 32:20, Ἄνευ βουλῆς μηθὲν ποιήσης, where the Latin Vulgate [has], "Do nothing without counsel." There is indeed another similar [text] in Proverbs 13:16, "A prudent man does all things with counsel"; but this is… John of Damascus c. 675–749PG 95:1215…VII, 16 — "What good does it do a fool to have riches? For a senseless man cannot purchase wisdom." Prov. XII, 16 — "The fool immediately proclaims his anger." Prov. XIII, 16 — "The fool has spread forth his malice… John of Damascus c. 675–749PG 96:335A…tc. Prov. xv, 31 [xvi, 2] — "He who hears the reproofs of life shall dwell in the midst of the wise." Prov. XII, 15 — "The wise man listens to counsel." Prov. xiii, 18 — "He who keeps reproofs shall be honor… John Chrysostom c. 349–407PG 55:687…god are made exceedingly honorable we have certainly heard it said proverbially he that walketh with wise men shall be wise but he that walketh with fools shall be known whosoever therefore have been instructed by… Procopius of Gaza c. 465–528PG 87:727…the society of the impure for it is written he that walks with wise men shall be wise but he that is a friend of a fool and an unwise man shall be known prov xxix… John of Damascus c. 675–749PG 95:1151C…sh." (Ps. cxix, 155): "Salvation is far from sinners, because [they have not sought] thy justifications, etc." (Ps. cxlv, 20): "He shall destroy all sinners." (Prov. xiii, 21): "Evil shall pursue sinners." (Pro… Nicephorus I of Constantinople c. 758–828PG 100:497C…or we must believe the Scriptures dictated by the Holy Spirit, that "the wicked shall be filled with evils" (Prov. XII, 21). And, "evils shall pursue sinners" (Prov. XIII, 21). And, "the wicked shall perish in his… John of Damascus c. 675–749PG 96:65D…God is judge: he humbles this one, and exalts that one.” Prov. xxiii, 17. — “Let not your heart emulate sinners, but be in the fear of the Lord all the day.” Prov. xiii, 22. — “The wealth of the impious is stored… John of Damascus c. 675–749PG 95:1383A…ust." Psal. cxlv, 8. — "The Lord loves the just." Prov. x, 3. — "The Lord will not famish the soul of the just. A fountain of life is in the hand of the just." Prov. xiii, 23. — "Wealth of the impious is laid up fo… Clement of Rome d. c. 100PG 1:823…deliver his soul from death and again the same person says thus he that spareth his rod hateth his own son b and next beat his sides while he is an infant lest perhaps becoming hardened… Basil the Great c. 329–379PG 31:1085…reover, such a person destroys charity (61). For it is written: "He that spareth the rod, hateth his son: but he that loveth, correcteth him betimes" (Prov. XIII, 24). INTERROGATION V How ought one to do penance for individu… John Chrysostom c. 349–407PG 56:927…but to save the soul of the other. But if striking for God’s sake seemed to be merely striking, God would never say: He that spareth the rod, hateth his son (Prov. 13. 24). For He does not say absolutely elsewh… Procopius of Gaza c. 465–528PG 87:573…mbol of discipline and doctrine. For “He who spares the rod hates his son; but he who loves his son, diligently instructs him,” as the proverb has it (Prov. XIII, 24). “And eat it with haste: it is the Lord’s Passover,” etc.… Antiochus of St. Sabas fl. c. 614-620PG 89:1681…also says he that feareth the lord will receive discipline and again he that spareth his rod hateth his own son but he that loveth disciplineth him diligently and again discipline thy son for so he… John of Damascus c. 675–749PG 96:295B…eli be expiated in victims and sacrifices for ever?” Prov. xxix, 17. — “Instruct thy son, and he shall refresh thee, and shall give delight to thy soul.” Prov. xiii, 24. — “He that spareth the rod hateth his…