Proverbs 25:20
As he that taketh
away a garment in cold weather, and as vinegar upon nitre, so is he that
singeth songs to an heavy heart.
Taking away
someone’s garment in cold weather would be mean and only rob him of his
warmth. When someone puts vinegar on
nitre (baking soda) it begins to bubble and be very agitated. When someone’s heart is heavy it is not time
to make light of it and sing songs of rejoicing. We are to weep with those who weep. Turn off the radio and give the person a
chance to mourn. There is a time to mourn
and allowing someone to do so will help them receive the comfort they
need. Blessed are those who mourn they
shall be comforted. Worldly people take
someone who is mourning to a bar or party to try and help them forget their
troubles. This is like taking away their
garment during such a cold season. We
are instructed not to do this. When we
are around someone whose heart is heavy we should be quiet and sensitive to
their plight. As we do this we will help
cover them and protect them through such a difficult and vulnerable time.
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