Proverbs 1
A Plea for Wisdom
The plea for wisdom continues in this section. In fact, wisdom appears as a female and cries out in the streets (vv. 20-21). She calls out to the crowds at the gates of the fortified cities (v. 21). She addresses the simple minded, the scorners and the fools (v. 22). Wisdom cannot bear the sight of …
Warning Against the Enticement of Sinners
Now we find a solemn warning against having evil companions. The world is full of evil men who will seek to lure their potential victims from the path of honor and virtue (vv. 10-13). Solomon warned his son not to “consent”. When we lived in youthful ignorance, our gut instinct was always …
The Title, Purpose, & Motto of the Book
This book is compiled by Solomon, David’s wise, wealthy and famous son who was his successor to Israel’s throne (v. 1). He was David’s 10th son. Its purpose in general is to help us acquire and apply God’s wisdom to the decisions and activities of daily life. Proverbs was written so that you …