Proverbs 1 – Purpose, Warnings, and Wisdom
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Proverbs
The Book of Proverbs is a collection of practical wise advice for living a life that fears the Lord. It covers various aspects of life, such as hard work, speech, relationships, family, and integrity. Its purpose is to shape character and wisdom in daily life. This book is very relevant for all ages, especially to guide young people to live wisely and righteously before God.
Author: Mostly written by King Solomon, with contributions from other wise men such as Agur and Lemuel
Time of Writing: Around the 10th to 6th centuries BC (compiled gradually, mainly during Solomon’s reign around 970–930 BC).
Proverbs 2 – The Benefits of Seeking Wisdom
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Proverbs 3 – Blessings of Wisdom and Exhortation to Do Good
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Proverbs 4 – Counsel to Seek Wisdom
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Proverbs 5 – Warning Against Adultery
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Proverbs 6 – Various Admonitions, Warning Against Adultery
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Proverbs 7 – Warning Against the Seductress
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Proverbs 8 – Wisdom’s Counsel
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Proverbs 9 – The Invitation of Wisdom and Folly
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Proverbs 10 – Solomon’s Proverbs
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Proverbs 11 – Solomon’s Proverbs
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Proverbs 12 – The Way of the Righteous and the Foolish
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Proverbs 13 – Wisdom, Discipline, and the Way of the Righteous
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Proverbs 14 – Wisdom, Folly, and the Fear of the Lord
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Proverbs 15 – Wise Words, a Cheerful Heart, and the Fear of the LORD
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Proverbs 16 – Commit Your Plans to the Lord
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Proverbs 17 – Better a Dry Crust in Peace Than a Feast with Strife
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Proverbs 18 – The Power of Words, Wisdom, and Humility
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Proverbs 19 – Wisdom, Integrity, and the Fear of the Lord
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Proverbs 20 – Wisdom, Integrity, and Diligence
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Proverbs 21 – God Tests the Heart and Values Righteousness
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Proverbs 22 – Sayings of the Wise
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Proverbs 23 – Wisdom, Discipline, and Self-Control
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Proverbs 24 – Wisdom, Justice, and the Way of the Righteous
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Proverbs 25 – Sayings of Solomon Collected by Hezekiah’s Officials
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Proverbs 26 – Foolishness, Laziness, and Wise Speech
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Proverbs 27 – Wisdom, Friendship, and Self-Control
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Proverbs 28 – The Way of the Righteous and the Wicked
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Proverbs 29 – Wisdom, Justice, and Discipline
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Proverbs 30 – The Sayings of Agur son of Jakeh
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Proverbs 31 – Sayings for Lemuel and Praise for the Capable Wife
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