Proverbs 27:7 · KJV

"The full soul loatheth an honeycomb; but to the hungry soul every bitter thing is sweet."

King James Version

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Passage Context

⁵Open rebuke is better than secret love.

⁶Faithful are the wounds of a friend; but the kisses of an enemy are deceitful.

⁷The full soul loatheth an honeycomb; but to the hungry soul every bitter thing is sweet.

⁸As a bird that wandereth from her nest, so is a man that wandereth from his place.

⁹Ointment and perfume rejoice the heart: so doth the sweetness of a man's friend by hearty counsel.

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Reflection Questions

What does it mean to you to feel 'full' or 'hungry' in life?

How do you prioritize your needs versus your wants?

When have you overlooked something valuable because you were too satisfied?

Life Application

gratitude

Practice gratitude for the small things in life, especially when you feel content.

self-awareness

Reflect on areas of your life where you may be taking blessings for granted.

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