Where the Fathers quote Proverbs 15

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John Chrysostom c. 349–407PG 47:73D…ness, of whom John says: He who hates his brother is in darkness even until now (1 John 2:9). For anger, says the author of Proverbs, destroys even the wise (Prov. 15:1); others through sloth and forgetfulnes… John Chrysostom c. 349–407PG 48:649C…urity of the mind and makes the intellect murky as unbridled anger, which is carried along with great force. For anger, says scripture, destroys even the wise (Prov. 15:1). For just as in some night-battle the… John Chrysostom c. 349–407PG 54:705A…even if someone is so hard and unbending, he will easily be overcome by one who uses kindness toward him. And again: An answer turned away turns back wrath (Prov. 15:1). Whence it is clear that for your enem… John Chrysostom c. 349–407PG 59:715C…ds of friendship, not out of deceit, but to escape deceit, God is not on that account indignant; for He Himself is his teacher: "A soft word turns away wrath" (Prov. 15:1). When, he says, the devil had already… John Chrysostom c. 349–407PG 60:231C…ey were harming you, was it not right to obey? When God commands something, let us not lay down a contrary law. "A gentle answer," he says, "turns away wrath" (Prov. 15:1). This, therefore, works gentleness, no… Cyril of Alexandria d. 444PG 69:927C…ity which flows from the source of patience, and finally, not to be swept away by the waves of anger. For it is written that “anger destroys even the prudent” (Prov. xv, 1). And again, “A man who is irritable is… Antiochus of St. Sabas fl. c. 614-620PG 89:1507A…sensitive heart is rottenness to the bones" (Prov. XIV, 30). And again: "A soft answer turns away anger; but he who is headlong to anger acts without counsel" (Prov. XV, 1). And again: "A prudent man suffers man… John of Damascus c. 675–749PG 95:1343A…n is his own lips; but he is taken by the words of his own mouth.» Prov. x, 8.—«He who is incautious with his lips, dealing perversely, shall be supplanted.» Prov. xv, 1, 2.—«A grievous word stirreth up anger.… Athanasius AlexandrinusPG 25:641D…you, and you might find someone whom you could receive with philanthropy. I entreat you, therefore, since it is also written: "A soft answer turns away wrath" (Prov. xv, 1), and: "Just thoughts are acceptable to… John of Damascus c. 675–749PG 95:1215…is anger." Prov. XIII, 16 — "The fool has spread forth his malice." Prov. XIX, 3 — "The folly of a man corrupts his ways, but his heart complains against God." Prov. XV, 2 — "The mouth of fools will proclaim evi… Origen c. 185–c. 253PG 13:323…fidem jeremiah etc h a domine inquit oculi tui ad fidem as the eyes of the lord are upon the just for from the unjust he turns them away so the eyes of the lord are… Eusebius of Caesarea c. 260–339PG 23:279…symmachus says i will consult regarding you with my eye for since the eyes of the lord are upon the righteous and his ears are open to their prayer he deservedly deems him who has prayed… Athanasius of Alexandria c. 296–373PG 27:165…to the jews why do you think evil in your hearts behold the eyes of the lord are upon those who fear him the eyes of the lord are his all seeing power d or often… John Chrysostom c. 349–407PG 56:37…lxxxi characterizing the operations of god from human affairs and forms for the eyes of the lord are high but man is humble then in order that none of the hearers might at that time disbelieve… John Chrysostom c. 349–407PG 56:371A…fable; "The glory of God covers the word"; but concerning His providence he says thus: "In every place, the eyes of the Lord contemplate the good and the bad" (Prov. 15. 3). And again: "The rich and the poor hav… Cyril of Alexandria d. 444PG 69:881…you is as he who touches the pupil of his eye behold the eyes of the lord are upon those who fear him b he demonstrates that god cares for those who have attained intimacy with… Maximus the Confessor c. 580–662PG 90:521…Chaldean has, for seven eyes, seven rows of stones. The same meaning is in the same clearly worded [passages], 2 Paralipomenon 16, and others, but in Proverbs 15:3, which signifies the same: "In every place the eyes of the… John of Damascus c. 675–749PG 95:1089…lord will live for their hope is in him who saves them the eyes of the lord are upon those who love him the eyes of the lord are upon those who fear him eccli xxxiv… John of Damascus c. 675–749PG 95:1361…place them in victory and they shall be exalted psal xxxiii behold the eyes of the lord are upon those who fear him and the rest psal xxxiii many are the afflictions of the just and… Oecumenius of Tricca fl. 10th c.PG 119:549…evil and do good let him seek peace and pursue it for the eyes of the lord are upon the righteous and his ears are open to their prayer but the face of the lord is… Basilius Caesariensis MagnusPG 29:345…bodily forces is an obstacle to the salvation of the spirit behold the eyes of the lord are upon those who fear him elsewhere it is said the eyes of the lord are upon the righteous… Athanasius of Alexandria c. 296–373PG 28:1449…lord in every place behold the good and the evil a peaceable tongue is a tree of life but that which is immoderate shall crush the spirit the house of the just much strength and in… Procopius of Gaza c. 465–528PG 87:1781…foundation for them b h chapter xv h vers safety of the tongue is a tree of life but he who keeps it shall be filled with the spirit he calls safety of the tongue either… John of Damascus c. 675–749PG 95:1341A…, all the words of your mouth. There is nothing crooked or perverse in them.» Prov. xii, 14.—«From the fruits of his mouth, the soul of a man shall be filled.» Prov. xv, 4.—«The healing of the tongue is a tree o… Eustathius of Thessalonica c. 1115–1195PG 135:887A…form a paradise planted with trees into a thorn-thicket? Let him not be willing to agree with Solomon who says: "The health of the tongue is the tree of life" (Prov. 15:4); where that word, "health of the tongu… Basil the Great c. 329–379PG 31:409B…rception (Prov. XII, 23); and, The crafty man, when evils come, has hidden himself (Prov. XXVII, 12); and, And he who guards against reproofs is craftier (Prov. XV, 5). Craftiness is, therefore, the activ… Basil the Great c. 329–379PG 31:1773D…f senses (Prov. XII, 23); and The crafty man shall be hidden from evil things coming upon him (Prov. XXII, 3: LXX); and He who guards rebukes is craftier (Prov. XV, 5). Craftiness, therefore, as the etymolo… John of Damascus c. 675–749PG 95:1413C…v, 20. "The dwellings of the just are blessed." Prov. iii, 33. "The house of the just is blessed." Prov. xii, 7. "The house of the just has great strength." Prov. xv, 6. "The blessing of the Lord is upon the… John of Damascus c. 675–749PG 95:1363…Prov. xv, 7. — "The dwelling of the just is a great… Clement of Alexandria c. 150 – c. 215PG 8:1017…fountain all intelligence is increased for the sacrifices of the wicked are an abomination to the lord but the prayers of the upright are acceptable to him for justice is more acceptable to god than sacrifice… Athanasius of Alexandria c. 296–373PG 28:341…regarding his judgmental nature it says the sacrifices of the ungodly are an abomination to the lord but the prayers of those who walk rightly are acceptable to him and again the lord pulls down the… Basil the Great c. 329–379PG 32:1163…unjustly and yet attempt to offer gifts to god it is written sacrifice of the wicked is an abomination to the lord and concerning those who do not show mercy he who stops his ears so… John Chrysostom c. 349–407PG 56:371A…morates His judgment, saying: "The sacrifices of the ungodly are an abomination to the Lord: but the prayers of those that walk right are acceptable with Him" (Prov. 15. 8). And again: "The Lord dissipates the h… Maximus the Confessor c. 580–662PG 91:807A…the name of the Lord. And the prayer of faith shall save the sick, and the Lord shall raise him up; and if he has committed sins, they shall be forgiven him. Prov. 15:8. — The sacrifices of the wicked are an… John of Damascus c. 675–749PG 95:1153B…ot good." (Prov. xxviii, 1): "The impious flees when no one is chasing." "The tongue of the unjust shall perish." "The impious shall not have confidence." (Prov. xv, 8): "The sacrifice of the impious is an a… Antonius Melissa fl. 11th centuryPG 136:923…you afflicted let him pray solomon the sacrifices of the impious are an abomination to the lord but the prayers of the righteous are acceptable to him prov the lord is far from the impious but… John of Damascus c. 675–749PG 95:1153B…The sacrifice of the impious is an abomination to the Lord." (Prov. xxv, 19): "The way of the evil, and the foot of the lawless, shall perish in an evil day." (Prov. xv, 9): "An abomination to the Lord are the w… John of Damascus c. 675–749PG 95:1361C…all their bones; not one of them shall be broken." Psal. cxliv, 19. — "He will do the will of those who fear Him, and [He will hear] their supplication," etc. Prov. xv, 9. — "The prayer of the upright is accept… 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. XV, 9, 5. — "God loves those who pursue justi… John of Damascus c. 675–749PG 96:335D…v. xii, 1 — "Reproofs for the ungodly are welts for him." "He who hates reproofs is a fool." "He who rebukes the ungodly will bring a blemish upon himself." Prov. xv, 10 — "Those who hate reproofs shall die sh… Mark the Hermit fl. c. 400–430PG 65:913B…aled to you; and do not deliver your thought to forgetfulness without judgment. LXI. The Scripture says: "Hell and destruction are manifest before the Lord." (Prov. xv, 11). These things are said concerning the… Gregory of Agrigentum c. 559 - c. 630 (traditionalPG 98:1125…secrets of the heart to whom it is said 'you alone know the hearts of the children of men ' and not to omit the greeks it is discovered that isidore of pelusium felt thus from… John of Damascus c. 675–749PG 95:1077B…om thy spirit, and from thy face where shall I flee?" (Ps. cxxxviii, 7) "Hell and destruction are manifest before the Lord; how much more the hearts of men?" (Prov. xv, 11) "In every place the eyes of the Lord… Gregory of Nyssa c. 335–c. 395PG 46:1217…who sent his book De fide to the Empress Flaccilla. Of a rejoicing heart. It is found here, not in Ecclesiastes VII, as some have annotated, but Proverbs XV, 13, which passage the interpreter translates more correctly th… John Chrysostom c. 349–407PG 53:21…our cheerful faces, I form the highest conjecture of the joy that is in your souls; even as someone wise once said, "When the heart is glad, the face flowers" (Prov. 15.13). Therefore, I too have risen today wit… John Chrysostom c. 349–407PG 54:541A…revealed the turmoil within. For this reason a certain wise man also said: A glad heart makes a cheerful face, but when there is grief, the face is downcast (Prov. 15:13). Since, therefore, he saw them in deje… John Chrysostom c. 349–407PG 56:373A…mselves, and are brought forward as the sentences of their own minds. Such are: "With a joyful heart, the countenance blooms; but in sadness, it is cast down" (Prov. 15:13). And "A heart that seeks understanding… John Chrysostom c. 349–407PG 56:495D…nd thy groaning. Sadness deforms the outer countenance and makes it sad. With a joyful heart the face flourishes; but when it is in sadness, it is gloomy (Prov. 15. 13). Because the eye had seen the tree and… Maximus the Confessor c. 580–662PG 91:995C…ASIL. To show the joy of the soul up to a gentle smile is not unbecoming, only so far as it reveals what is written: A glad heart makes a cheerful countenance (Prov. xv, 13). But to roar with the voice, and to be… Nicetas Stethatos c. 1005–c. 1090PG 120:867A…e, lives under the law of the Spirit, according to the wise Solomon: “A glad heart makes a cheerful countenance; but by sorrow of spirit, the heart is broken” (Prov. xv, 13). 54. The passions practiced in ac… John of Damascus c. 675–749PG 95:1395…tory and honor: but he takes away the soul of those who possess them.› Proverbs 26:25. — ‹Silver given with deceit must be regarded as a potsherd.› Proverbs 15:15. — ‹He who declares the just to be unjust, and the unjust t… John of Damascus c. 675–749PG 96:75A…rov. x, 23. — "As if in jest, the fool works evil." Prov. xxvi, 22. — "The words of the crafty are soft: but they strike into the inmost parts of the belly." Prov. xv, 15. — "The wise and prudent call those bad… John of Damascus c. 675–749PG 96:397B…hat are part of nature. Gen. 6, 5. — “The thought of man is intent upon evil from his youth.” Prov. 14, 30. — “A rot of the bones is a sensitive heart.” Prov. 15, 15. — “At all times the eyes of men expect… John of Damascus c. 675–749PG 96:423A…an alien from righteous judgment. » Prov. xvii, 19. — « A lover of sin delights in strifes. » Prov. xi, 27. — « He who seeks evils, they shall overtake him. » Prov. xv, 15. — « All the time the eyes of the evil… Hermas fl. c. 100-160 ADPG 2:945…bearing do you therefore put on the desire of righteousness and armed with the fear of the lord resist evil desire for fear dwells in good desire and evil desire when it sees you armed with… Cyril of Alexandria d. 444PG 71:289…and as the writer of proverbs says better is a small portion with the fear of the lord than great treasures with the absence of fear and again the same better is a small acquisition with… Procopius of Gaza c. 465–528PG 87:1375…do good will be altogether undisturbed vers better is a little portion with the fear of the lord a light portion of wealth is finer with the fear of the lord who provides things necessary it… Antiochus of St. Sabas fl. c. 614-620PG 89:1725B…nowing this, loved David sincerely, more than the love of a wife. For "Better is a small portion with the fear of the Lord, than great treasures without fear" (Prov. XV, 16); and, "Better is a dinner of herbs unt… John of Damascus c. 675–749PG 95:1219C…irtue. On poverty, and sufficiency, and the frugality of life. Psal. xxxvi, 16. — “A little is better for the just than the great riches of sinners.” Prov. xv, 16, 17. — “Better to be welcomed with herb… Antonius Melissa fl. 11th centuryPG 136:901…and raiment let us be therewith content proverbs xvi better is a little with the fear of the lord than great treasures with impiety ecclesiasticus xxix the principle of human life is bread and water and… John Chrysostom c. 349–407PG 54:413B…o set it before you constantly in your love. This is also what a certain wise man said: Better is a dinner of herbs with love, than a stalled ox with hatred (Prov. 15:17); showing that love sees the things set… John Chrysostom c. 349–407PG 62:305C…than of countless foods with slavery. For, "Better," he says, "is a dinner of herbs with friendship and grace, than a fatted calf from the stall with enmity" (Prov. 15.17). For whatever those at that table may… Antiochus of St. Sabas fl. c. 614-620PG 89:1725B…t treasures without fear" (Prov. XV, 16); and, "Better is a dinner of herbs unto friendship and favor, than a fatted calf with hatred," according to Scripture (Prov. XV, 17). And again, "Better is a little acquis… Maximus the Confessor c. 580–662PG 91:755A…ho prepares a net before the face of his friend, spreads it for his own feet. Prov. XVIII, 1. — A man wishing to separate himself from friends seeks excuses. Prov. XV, 17. — Better is a reception of vegetables… Antiochus of St. Sabas fl. c. 614-620PG 89:1507A…11). And again: "Do not be swift in your spirit to be angry, for anger rests in the bosom of fools" (Eccl. VII, 10). And again: "An angry man kindles a fight" (Prov. XV, 18). "For an angry man will not be able to… John of Damascus c. 675–749PG 95:1193D…counsels of peace, joy follows them. » Prov. x, 11, 12. — « Friendship covers all those who do not contend; who reproves with boldness carries out peace. » Prov. xv, 18. — « A patient man will extinguish stri… John of Damascus c. 675–749PG 96:169C…perversity of evil.” — Prov. ii, 13. “Where there enters insolence, there also is dishonor.” — Prov. xi, 2. “The wicked does evil when he mingles justice.” — Prov. xv, 18. “A wrathful man provokes quarrels.” —… John of Damascus c. 675–749PG 96:383A…the Lord. » Prov. xiv, 17-19 — « A wise man beareth much. A long-suffering man is great in prudence. » — « A long-suffering man shall appease contentions. » Prov. xv, 18 — « A merciful man is long-suffering. »… Eusebius of Caesarea c. 260–339PG 23:79…by the lord but the evil is not at all d for the way of the righteous is good and he does not say the lord knows the way of the ungodly that is of those… Athanasius of Alexandria c. 296–373PG 28:135A…rose after the Sabbath. For God did not give the Sabbath to men primarily for the sake of rest, He who says: "The ways of the slothful are hedged with thorns" (Prov. xv, 19); and who commands in the book of Numbe… Gregory of Nyssa c. 335–c. 395PG 46:1199…ns"; for he did not say στρέψαντες, but, τὰς ὁδοὺς αὐτῶν (or, as our two manuscripts have it, ἑαυτῶν) στρώσαντες. For this alludes to that passage in Proverbs xv, 19: "The ways of the slothful are strewn with thorns." Ibid.… Cyril of Alexandria d. 444PG 69:357…the blessed prophet isaiah might also be fittingly applied regarding them saying the way of the righteous is made straight and the path of the righteous is prepared for the way of the lord is judgment… Procopius of Gaza c. 465–528PG 87:501…by the lord who created heaven and earth concerning them isaiah writes the way of the righteous is right and the way of the righteous is prepared inviting them into his hallowed and divine hall god… John of Damascus c. 675–749PG 96:379A…Prov. XVII, 21. — "A foolish son mocks his mother." Prov. XV, 20. — "A disobedient son shall be in destr… John of Damascus c. 675–749PG 96:347C…se. Prov. xxii, 10: “Cast out the pestilent man from the council, and strife will go out with him. For when he sits in the council, he dishonors all.” Prov. xv, 22, 23: “They despise considerations, who… Maximus the Confessor c. 580–662PG 91:979A…rtifications, tearing down arguments, and every height raised against the knowledge of God, and taking every thought captive into the obedience of Christ. Prov. xv, 24 [xii, 14].—The paths of life are the th… John Chrysostom c. 349–407PG 56:371A…at walk right are acceptable with Him" (Prov. 15. 8). And again: "The Lord dissipates the homes of the insolent, but He establishes the boundary of the widow" (Prov. 15. 25). His creative work, not simply, but in… John of Damascus c. 675–749PG 96:373A…/h⟧ Job 11, 12. — « Eos qui insolentia efferebantur, humiliavit. » Job XL, 11. — « Omnem arrogantem humilia. » Prov. — « Malus cum contumelia facit mala. » Prov. xv, 25. — « Contumeliosorum domos disturbat Do… Clement of Alexandria c. 150 – c. 215PG 8:1017…source as from a fountain all intelligence is increased for the sacrifices of the wicked are an abomination to the lord but the prayers of the upright are acceptable to him for justice is more acceptable… Athanasius of Alexandria c. 296–373PG 28:341…paths regarding his judgmental nature it says the sacrifices of the ungodly are an abomination to the lord but the prayers of those who walk rightly are acceptable to him and again the lord pulls down… Basil the Great c. 329–379PG 30:165…one what to me is the multitude of your sacrifices the sacrifices of the wicked are an abomination to the lord how then through sacrifices offered in such a multitude without worthy repentance do you hope… John Chrysostom c. 349–407PG 56:371…prov he also commemorates his judgment saying the sacrifices of the ungodly are an abomination to the lord but the prayers of those that walk right are acceptable with him prov and again the lord dissipates… Antiochus of St. Sabas fl. c. 614-620PG 89:1565…far from me a vain and lying word a for lying lips are an abomination to the lord but they that deal faithfully are acceptable to him and he that relies upon lies this man shall… Maximus the Confessor c. 580–662PG 91:807…he has committed sins they shall be forgiven him prov the sacrifices of the wicked are an abomination to the lord but the prayers of those who walk uprightly are acceptable to him ecclus do not… Nicephorus I of Constantinople c. 758–828PG 100:819…solomon let not mercy and truths forsake thee and again lying lips are an abomination to the lord but they that deal faithfully are acceptable to him… Theophylact of Ohrid c. 1055 – after 1107PG 126:197…concord and fellowship of the faithless but solomon also says the sacrifices of the wicked are an abomination to the lord because they are offered in transgression prov xxi for what fellowship has light with darkness… Anastasius of SinaiPG 89:331…and come let us argue says the lord from solomon perverse ways are an abomination to the lord but all who are blameless in the way are acceptable to him and by alms and faith are… Anastasius of SinaiPG 89:447…more pleasing to god than the blood of sacrifices and the sacrifices of the wicked are an abomination to the lord for they offer them unlawfully h sirach h to offer from unjustly acquired goods is… Antonius Melissa fl. 11th centuryPG 136:923…of you afflicted let him pray solomon the sacrifices of the impious are an abomination to the lord but the prayers of the righteous are acceptable to him prov the lord is far from the impious… John of Damascus c. 675–749PG 95:1087C…C⟧ Prov. viii, 13.— The fear of the Lord hates evil. Prov. x, 27.— The fear of the Lord will add days. The fear of the Lord is a stronghold for the pious. Prov. xv, 27.— By the fear of the Lord every one tur… John of Damascus c. 675–749PG 95:1255D…sed 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 own wealth.» Prov. xv, 27. — «By mercy and by faithfulness are s… John of Damascus c. 675–749PG 95:1395…. — ‹If you truly speak justice, judge rightly. How long will you judge iniquity, and accept the persons of sinners? Judge for the orphan,› etc. Proverbs 15:27. — ‹He destroys himself who receives gifts.› Proverbs 17:2… John of Damascus c. 675–749PG 95:1457B…on of a man’s soul is his own wealth. The righteous show mercy and dispense alms.” Prov. xiv, 21. — “He who shows mercy to the poor is to be called blessed.” Prov. xv, 27. — “By mercy and faith sins are purged… John of Damascus c. 675–749PG 96:519C…those who labor in need and during a dearth of necessary things. For even the author of Proverbs writes somewhere that sins are purged by almsgiving and faith (Prov. xv, 27). From the same. — The first and best… Apophthegmata Patrum (Desert Fathers) 4th–5th century (compiled)PG 65:337C…e elder answers: “As much as you are able, do manual labor, so that from it you may do works of mercy. For it is written that ‘alms and faith purge away sins’ (Prov. 15:27). The brother says: “What is faith?” Th… Cyril of Alexandria d. 444PG 70:1489…hall then call out, and God will hear you; while you are still speaking, He will say: "Behold, I am here." For "He hears the prayers of the just" (Prov. xv, 29), according to what is written. And as the Psalmist says: "… John of Damascus c. 675–749PG 95:1153C…awlessness to those who use it." (Prov. iii, 33): "The curse of the Lord is in the houses of the impious." "The houses of the impious shall be destroyed." (Prov. xv, 29): "God is far from sinners." (Prov. iii… John of Damascus c. 675–749PG 96:217B…ns the soul. When wine has been consumed, sorrows will depart, driven away just as mist is driven by a whirlwind. TIT. VIII. — Concerning the eyes. Prov. xv, 30. — “A seeing eye rejoiceth the heart.”… John of Damascus c. 675–749PG 96:399B…or it is said: When nature opposes, all things are empty. TITLE IV. — Concerning rumor and fame: and that one ought not to give credence to everyone. Prov. xv, 30. — "A good report fattens the bones." E… John of Damascus c. 675–749PG 96:335A…you are still speaking with the king, I also will enter after you and fulfill your word.' And Bathsheba entered before the king into the bedchamber," etc. Prov. xv, 31 [xvi, 2] — "He who hears the reproofs o… Origen c. 185–c. 253PG 11:527A…forgive him." But we are not harsh toward those who do not repent, but such people are evil to themselves; "for he who refuses instruction hates his own soul" (Prov. XV, 32). Nevertheless, even in the case of tho… John of Damascus c. 675–749PG 96:335A…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 honored." Prov. xv, 32 — "He who keeps reproofs loves his own… Basil the Great c. 329–379PG 31:1765…ointment in a dirty and foul smelling vessel therefore he says the fear of the lord is the beginning of wisdom but the fear of the lord is the purification of the soul according to what… John Chrysostom c. 349–407PG 55:289…is holy it requires holy lips for hymnody holy and pure the fear of the lord is the beginning of wisdom a good understanding to all who practice it what is beginning a fountain a root… Antonius Melissa fl. 11th centuryPG 136:783…love abides in god and god abides in him b basil the fear of the lord is the soul's purification according to the prayer of the prophet who says the fear of the lord overcomes all…