OLD TESTAMENT

Proverbs 9:17

The Holy Bible · English

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“Stolen water is sweet. Food eaten in secret is pleasant.”

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EXPLANATION

Verse 17. Pleasant. Impure pleasures are more delightful ( Calmet.) to sensual men. Bible.—The prohibition increases appetite. Menochius.