Proverbs 26:11 · KJV

"As a dog returneth to his vomit, so a fool returneth to his folly."

King James Version

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Passage Context

⁹As a thorn goeth up into the hand of a drunkard, so is a parable in the mouth of fools.

¹⁰The great God that formed all things both rewardeth the fool, and rewardeth transgressors.

¹¹As a dog returneth to his vomit, so a fool returneth to his folly.

¹²Seest thou a man wise in his own conceit? there is more hope of a fool than of him.

¹³The slothful man saith, There is a lion in the way; a lion is in the streets.

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Reflection Questions

When have you found yourself repeating a mistake?

What does it mean for you to learn from your past?

How do you break free from negative patterns in your life?

Life Application

personal growth

Identify areas in your life where you tend to repeat mistakes and seek accountability.

self-reflection

Take time to reflect on past decisions and their outcomes to foster growth.

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