Collection
Kings & Prophets
The rise and fall of kings and the warnings of the prophets.
- 01
David and Goliath (idiom)
A contest in which a much weaker underdog faces a far stronger opponent.
- 02
the writing on the wall (idiom)
A clear sign that something, especially failure or disaster, is on its way.
- 03
feet of clay (idiom)
In someone apparently strong and without failings, a hidden weakness which could lead to downfall.
- 04
a drop in the bucket (idiom)
A quantity so small it is negligible next to what is actually needed.
- 05
a leopard cannot change its spots (idiom)
People rarely change their fundamental nature, however much they may seem to.
- 06
how the mighty have fallen (idiom)
A remark on the dramatic downfall of someone once powerful or admired.
- 07
a still small voice (idiom)
A quiet inner prompting of conscience or intuition.
- 08
sackcloth and ashes (idiom)
A public display of deep grief, mourning, or remorse.
- 09
a voice crying in the wilderness (idiom)
A lone warning or opinion that goes unheeded by everyone around it.
- 10
a balm in Gilead (idiom)
A source of comfort, healing, or consolation for suffering.