prov.
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A short form used when quoting the Bible book Proverbs
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prov.
- In Prov. 10:12, it says that love covers all wrongs.
Examples
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The verse is found in Prov. 3:5.
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The study guide listed prov. 1:7 as a key verse for wisdom.
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The pastor quoted prov. 16:9 to emphasize the importance of planning.
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In her essay, she referenced prov. 22:6 to support her argument about education.
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The pastor quoted prov. 16:9 to emphasize the importance of planning.
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In her essay, she referenced prov. 22:6 to support her argument about education.
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The study guide listed prov. 1:7 as a key verse for wisdom.
Surface Forms
Etymology
Prov. is short for the Bible book Proverbs, which is full of short wise sayings called 'proverbs'. So when you see prov. with numbers, it points to that book and its chapter and verse.