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What are the proverbs of Solomon the son of David, king of Israel?
What are the proverbs of Solomon the son of David, king of Israel?
Proverbs 1:1
What is the purpose of knowing wisdom and instruction according to Proverbs 1:2?
What is the purpose of knowing wisdom and instruction according to Proverbs 1:2?
To discern the sayings of understanding.
What does Proverbs 1:3 advise us to receive instruction in?
What does Proverbs 1:3 advise us to receive instruction in?
Wise behavior, righteousness, justice, and equity.
What does Proverbs 1:4 offer to the naive and youth?
What does Proverbs 1:4 offer to the naive and youth?
What does Proverbs 1:5 say a wise man will do?
What does Proverbs 1:5 say a wise man will do?
What will a man of understanding acquire according to Proverbs 1:5?
What will a man of understanding acquire according to Proverbs 1:5?
What does Proverbs 1:6 say is the purpose of understanding a proverb?
What does Proverbs 1:6 say is the purpose of understanding a proverb?
What is the beginning of knowledge according to Proverbs 1:7?
What is the beginning of knowledge according to Proverbs 1:7?
According to Proverbs 1:8, what should a son not forsake?
According to Proverbs 1:8, what should a son not forsake?
What does Proverbs 1:9 compare wisdom to?
What does Proverbs 1:9 compare wisdom to?
What advice is given in Proverbs 1:10 concerning sinners?
What advice is given in Proverbs 1:10 concerning sinners?
What do the sinners plot according to Proverbs 1:11?
What do the sinners plot according to Proverbs 1:11?
What result does Proverbs 1:12 say will come from swallowing others alive?
What result does Proverbs 1:12 say will come from swallowing others alive?
What precious things do they seek in Proverbs 1:13?
What precious things do they seek in Proverbs 1:13?
What does Proverbs 1:15 warn against?
What does Proverbs 1:15 warn against?
According to Proverbs 1:16, what do their feet run towards?
According to Proverbs 1:16, what do their feet run towards?
What futility is noted in Proverbs 1:17 regarding a baited net?
What futility is noted in Proverbs 1:17 regarding a baited net?
What will happen according to Proverbs 1:28 when they call on wisdom?
What will happen according to Proverbs 1:28 when they call on wisdom?
What do those who hated knowledge neglect according to Proverbs 1:29?
What do those who hated knowledge neglect according to Proverbs 1:29?
What do the waywardness of the naïve and complacency of fools lead to according to Proverbs 1:32?
What do the waywardness of the naïve and complacency of fools lead to according to Proverbs 1:32?
What does Proverbs 1:33 say will happen to those who listen to wisdom?
What does Proverbs 1:33 say will happen to those who listen to wisdom?
Study Notes
Overview of Proverbs 1
- Composed by Solomon, son of David, emphasizing wisdom and instruction.
The Purpose of Proverbs
- Designed to impart wisdom and discernment.
- Encourages the understanding of wise behavior and principles such as righteousness, justice, and equity.
Audience and Instruction
- Aims to provide prudence to the naive and knowledge to youth.
- Emphasizes the importance of listening to parental instruction and valuing teachings.
The Value of Wisdom
- A wise individual seeks to enhance their understanding and counsel.
- Wisdom is portrayed as a guiding voice, urging citizens towards understanding and avoiding folly.
Warnings Against Bad Company
- Advises against associating with sinners who plot evil.
- Encourages rejection of violent and deceitful paths that lead to ruin.
The Nature of Evil
- Depicts how those who pursue violence ultimately harm themselves.
- Illustrates the futility of entrapment through deception, highlighting self-destruction.
The Call of Wisdom
- Wisdom actively calls on the naive and mocks the disdain for knowledge.
- Stresses the importance of repentance and responsiveness to instruction.
Consequences of Rejection
- Failure to heed wisdom results in inevitable calamity.
- Dismissal of counsel leads to suffering and destruction.
The Reap What You Sow Principle
- Individuals will face consequences based on their choices; those who indulge in folly will reap its bitter fruits.
- Wisdom promises security and freedom from fear for those who listen and learn.
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Description
Explore the key concepts and teachings from Chapter 1 of the Book of Proverbs. This quiz will help you understand the wisdom, instruction, and behavioral principles emphasized by Solomon. Test your knowledge and appreciate the depth of these ancient proverbs.
