Proverbs: Wisdom and Understanding

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According to Proverbs 1:7, what is the beginning of knowledge?

  • Instruction
  • Wisdom
  • Love
  • Fear of the Lord (correct)

What do sinners entice you to do in Proverbs 1?

  • Steal and harm others (correct)
  • Pray
  • Work hard
  • Be humble

Proverbs 2 says if you search for wisdom like silver, you will...

  • Get rich
  • Understand the fear of the Lord (correct)
  • Become a teacher
  • Be famous

According to Proverbs 3:5–6, we should trust in the Lord with...

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What should you not lean on, according to Proverbs 3:5?

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What is promised to those who find wisdom in Proverbs 3:13?

<p>Happiness (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is more precious than rubies in Proverbs 3:15?

<p>Wisdom (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who does God oppose, according to Proverbs 3:34?

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According to Proverbs, what will wisdom save you from?

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Wisdom cries out in the streets but no one listens.

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Proverbs 2 teaches that wisdom will help you become popular.

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According to Proverbs, fearing the Lord means being scared of Him.

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Wisdom will protect you from evil paths and people.

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You can trust in the Lord with just a little of your heart.

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Proverbs says the scornful get grace.

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Wisdom is only useful for adults, not kids or teens.

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'My son, if sinners entice you, do not _____.' (Prov. 1:10)

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'Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own _____.' (Prov. 3:5)

<p>understanding</p> Signup and view all the answers

'In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your _____ straight.' (Prov. 3:6)

<p>paths</p> Signup and view all the answers

'Do not be wise in your own _____; fear the Lord and shun evil.' (Prov. 3:7)

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'Happy is the man who finds _____ and the man who gains understanding.' (Prov. 3:13)

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'She is more precious than _____.' (Prov. 3:15)

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'Surely He scorns the scornful but gives _____ to the humble.' (Prov. 3:34)

<p>grace</p> Signup and view all the answers

'Let not mercy and _____ forsake you; bind them around your neck' (Prov. 3:3)

<p>truth</p> Signup and view all the answers

Sarah's friend is pressuring her to cheat on a test. What should Sarah do according to Proverbs 1:10-19?

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'For the Lord gives wisdom; from His mouth come knowledge and _____.' (Prov. 2:6)

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John is struggling in school and doesn't know what to do. What does Proverbs 2:1-5 suggest he should do?

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True or False: According to Proverbs 3:1-2, it's okay to forget God's commands as long as you're feeling good about yourself.

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A person who trusts in the Lord with all their heart is likely to experience _____ (one word).

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Proverbs 3:5-6 teaches that we should not _____ on our own understanding (one word).

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Flashcards

What is the beginning of knowledge?

The beginning of knowledge is reverence and respect for God.

What do sinners entice you to do?

Sinners entice you to participate in wrongdoing with them, often involving harm to others.

What happens when you search for wisdom?

You will understand the fear of the Lord and discover the knowledge of God.

What is a benefit of wisdom?

Wisdom provides protection from evil, helping you to avoid negative influences and dangerous paths.

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How should we trust in the Lord?

Trust in the Lord with all your heart; do not depend on your own understanding.

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What should you not lean on?

Do not rely on your own understanding; instead, trust in God's wisdom.

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What is promised to those who find wisdom?

Happiness, or blessedness, is promised to those who find and live by wisdom.

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What is more precious than rubies?

Understanding is more precious, as it enables wise choices and discernment.

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Who does God oppose?

God opposes those who are proud and arrogant but gives grace to the humble.

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What will wisdom save you from?

Wisdom protects you from evil people and dangerous paths or decisions.

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"The fear of the Lord is the beginning of _______."

The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom.

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"My son, if sinners entice you, do not ______."

"My son, if sinners entice you, do not consent."

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"Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own ___________."

Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding.

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"In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your _____ straight."

Acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight.

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"Do not be wise in your own ______; fear the Lord and shun evil."

Do not be wise in your own eyes; fear the Lord and shun evil.

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Who gains ____?

Understanding.

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She is more precious than ____.

More precious things.

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He gives ______ to the humble.

The humble.

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From His mouth comes _______?

Knowledge and understanding.

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Study Notes

Multiple Choice Questions from Proverbs

  • According to Proverbs 1:7, the beginning of knowledge is the fear of the Lord.
  • In Proverbs 1, sinners entice you to steal and harm others.
  • Searching for wisdom like silver, according to Proverbs 2, leads to understanding the fear of the Lord.
  • A benefit of wisdom in Proverbs 2 is protection from evil.
  • Proverbs 3:5–6 states you should trust in the Lord with all your heart.
  • According to Proverbs 3:5, you should not lean on your own understanding.
  • Finding wisdom in Proverbs 3:13 promises happiness.
  • Understanding in Proverbs 3:15 is more precious than rubies.
  • According to Proverbs 3:34, God opposes the scornful.
  • Wisdom, according to Proverbs, saves you from evil people and wrong paths.

True or False Questions from Proverbs

  • Proverbs 1 states you should listen to your father's instruction.
  • Wisdom cries out in the streets, but no one listens.
  • Fearing the Lord does not mean being scared of Him.
  • Proverbs 2 does not teach that wisdom will help you become popular.
  • Proverbs 3 advises against being wise in your own eyes.
  • Wisdom protects you from evil paths and people.
  • You cannot trust in the Lord with just a little of your heart.
  • Proverbs states the scornful do not get grace.
  • Wisdom is useful for adults, kids, and teens.
  • Proverbs encourages kindness and truth to always be with you.

Fill In The Blank Questions from Proverbs

  • Proverbs 1:7 notes "The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge."
  • Proverbs 1:10 advises, "My son, if sinners entice you, do not consent."
  • Proverbs 3:5 instructs, "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding."
  • Proverbs 3:6 states, "In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight."
  • Proverbs 3:7 advises to "Do not be wise in your own eyes; fear the Lord and shun evil."
  • Proverbs 3:13 says, "Happy is the man who finds wisdom, and the man who gains understanding."
  • Proverbs 3:15 states, "She is more precious than rubies."
  • Proverbs 3:34 states, "Surely He scorns the scornful but gives grace to the humble."
  • Proverbs 3:3 advises to, "Let not mercy and truth forsake you; bind them around your neck."
  • Proverbs 2:6 states, "For the Lord gives wisdom; from His mouth come knowledge and understanding."

Multiple Choice Application from Proverbs

  • Based on Proverbs 1:10-19, Sarah should refuse to cheat and walk away when pressured by a friend.
  • According to Proverbs 2:1-5, John should seek help from teachers or tutors when struggling in school.

True/False Analysis from Proverbs

  • According to Proverbs 3:1-2, it is false to forget God's commands if you're feeling good about yourself.
  • It is false that Proverbs 2:10-12 teaches that the path of the righteous is always easy and trouble-free.

Wise/Unwise Scenarios from Proverbs

  • According to Proverbs 1:8-9, it is unwise for someone to ignore their parents' advice about choosing good friends.
  • According to Proverbs 3:13-18, it is unwise to prioritize short-term gains over long-term benefits.

Word Association from Proverbs

  • Trusting in the Lord with all your heart is likely to yield experience.
  • Do not lean on your own understanding, teaches Proverbs 3:5-6.

Fill-in-the-Gap Insight from Proverbs

  • Proverbs 1:7 states that the fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge.
  • Wisdom, described in Proverbs 3:13-18, is more precious than rubies.

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