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Understanding Proverbs |
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Most often, proverbs are written in the form of couplets. These are constructed in three ways: |
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Type |
Description |
Key Word(s) |
Examples |
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Contrasting |
Meaning and application come from the differences or contrast between the two statements of the proverb. |
"but" |
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Comparing |
Meaning and application come from the similarities or comparison between the two statements of the proverb. |
"as/so" |
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Complementing |
Meaning and application come from the way the second statement complements the first. |
"and" |
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