blandishment

noun (blandishments)

«blandishment» in the English dictionary: in Jewish tradition — its meanings, how the lessons use it, and examples, each with its tree on Mova.

In Jewish tradition

Interpretation: Proverbs warns the young man against smooth, flattering words that lead him astray. Daniel says smooth talk corrupts those who break the covenant. In the primary lessons: in old tales, sweet talk and charm used to trick or win over a person.

Meaning

(formal, old use) Flattering words or coaxing charm used to tempt someone to do something. tree →

Examples

With her much fair speech she causeth him to yield, with the blandishment of her lips she enticeth him away. (Writings PRO.7.21, JPS 1917) tree →
Now when they shall stumble, they shall be helped with a little help; but many shall join themselves unto them with blandishments. (Writings DAN.11.34, JPS 1917) tree →
And such as do wickedly against the covenant shall be corrupt by blandishments; but the people that know their God shall show strength, and prevail. (Writings DAN.11.32, JPS 1917) tree →
She ignored all his blandishments. tree →
The fox used sweet blandishments to fool the crow. tree →
Do not be tempted by flattery and blandishments. tree →

Note

nothing for maths.

On Mova

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