1:3 To receive the {c} instruction of wisdom, {d} justice, and judgment, and equity;(c) To learn to submit ourselves to the correction of those who are wise.(d) By living justly and rendering to every man that which belongs to him. read more
The nature of this book makes divisions of its chapters rather arbitrary, and ours may not always be the best, but it is hoped it may prove useful in some degree. The opening of chapter four suggests a new beginning, for which reason we conclude this lesson at the close of chapter three. It begins with an advertisement (Proverbs 1:1-6 ), in which mention is made of the author (Proverbs 1:1 ), the object of the book (Proverbs 1:2-3 ), and its great value (Proverbs 1:4-6 ). Then follows its... read more
The Proverbs of Solomon Pro 1:1-19 The Book of Proverbs is not to be regarded simply as a collection of wise sayings, genial sentiments, prudent guesses, or affectionate exhortations. The book may be viewed, on the contrary, as representing the very science of practical philosophy. The proverb or saying is invariably put down after the event, and not before it In the latter case it would rank only with suggestions and speculations, but in the former case it expresses an accomplished and... read more
To know wisdom and instruction; to perceive the words of understanding; To receive the instruction of wisdom, justice, and judgment, and equity; To give subtilty to the simple, to the young man knowledge and discretion. A wise man will hear, and will increase learning; and a man of understanding shall attain unto wise counsels: To understand a proverb, and the interpretation; the words of the wise, and their dark sayings. The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge: but fools despise... read more
1-6 The lessons here given are plain, and likely to benefit those who feel their own ignorance, and their need to be taught. If young people take heed to their ways, according to Solomon's Proverbs, they will gain knowledge and discretion. Solomon speaks of the most important points of truth, and a greater than Solomon is here. Christ speaks by his word and by his Spirit. Christ is the Word and the Wisdom of God, and he is made to us wisdom. read more
The Title and the Introduction v. 1. The proverbs of Solomon, the son of David, king of Israel, 1 Kings 1:39; 1 Kings 2:12, a proverb, in this connection, designating a maxim or aphorism rather than a popular proverbial saying; v. 2. to know, to become most intimately acquainted with, wisdom and instruction, the latter word referring to education, moral training, the practical Bide of wisdom, by which it finds its application in everyday life; to perceive the words of understanding,... read more
General Superscription to the CollectionAnnouncement of the Author of the Collection, of its Object, and of its great valueProverbs 1:1-61 Proverbs of Solomon, the son of David,the King of Israel:2 to become acquainted with wisdom and knowledge,to comprehend intelligent discourse,3 to attain discipline of understanding,righteousness, justice and integrity,4 to impart to the simple prudence,to the young man knowledge and discretion;—5 let the wise man hear and add to his... read more
Proverbs A YOUNG MAN’S BEST COUNSELLOR Pro_1:1 - Pro_1:19 . This passage contains the general introduction to the book of Proverbs. It falls into three parts-a statement of the purpose of the book Pro_1:1 - Pro_1:6; a summary of its foundation principles, and of the teachings to which men ought to listen Pro_1:7 - Pro_1:9; and an antithetic statement of the voices to which they should be deaf Pro_1:10 - Pro_1:19. I. The aim of the book is stated to be twofold-to enable men, especially the... read more
“The Beginning of Knowledge” Proverbs 1:1-19 Notice the perfect balance of each clause, and the duplication of the one thought in the two clauses of each verse. Wisdom as used in this book is more than intellectual learning or cleverness. It represents a moral quality, the result of a pure and a true life. We are conscious that many simple-minded people, who have little enough book-learning, are remarkable for sagacious advice, insight into character, the wise reading of events, an... read more
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Arno Gaebelein's Annotated Bible - Proverbs 1:1-33
Analysis and Annotations A detailed analysis, as we have made it in other books, cannot be fully made in this collection of proverbs. Most of them are detached and each has a message by itself. To interpret each separately, to point out the many spiritual lessons, as well as prophetic application, to show their relation to other portions of the Word of God and to explain them by incidents taken from the Bible, would require volumes; and even then the spiritual meaning would not be exhausted.... read more