1 These are also proverbs of Solomon, which the men of Hezekiah king of Judah copied out. Verses 25:1 – 29:27 – another collection of Solomon’s proverbs similar to 10:1-22:16. “men of Hezekiah…copied out” – there was a great revival in the reign of Hezekiah (c 715-686 B.C.), and the king restored the singing of […]
Proverbs 25 – Self-Exaltation, Words, False Witness, and Lawsuit Read More »
1 Be not thou envious against evil men, neither desire to be with them. 2 For their heart studieth destruction, and their lips talk of mischief. “studieth destruction” – plans and devises violence (see 1:10-11; 6:14; Job 15:45; Ps 38:12). 3 Through wisdom is an house builded; and by understanding it is established: “house” –
Proverbs 24 – Wisdom, Character, Revenge, and Laziness Read More »
1 When thou sittest to eat with a ruler, consider diligently what is before thee: 2 And put a knife to thy throat, if thou be a man given to appetite. 3 Be not desirous of his dainties: for they are deceitful meat. “Be not desirous of his dainties” – lavish foods served at the
Proverbs 23 – Appetite, Alcoholism, and Honoring Parents & The Israelite Family Read More »
1 A good name is rather to be chosen than great riches, and loving favor rather than silver and gold. “good name” – its value is recognized also in 3:4; 10:7; Ecc 7:1). “rather than silver and gold” – like the possession of wisdom (see 3:14; 16:16). 2 The rich and poor meet together: the
Proverbs 22 – Good Name, Parenting, and Diligence & The Teaching of Amenemope Read More »
1 The king’s heart is in the hand of the LORD, as the rivers of water: he turneth it whithersoever he will. “king’s heart is…in the hand of the LORD” – God controls the lives and actions even of the kings, such as Nebuchadnezzar (Dan 4:31-32, 35) and Cyrus (is 45:1-3; cf, Ezra :22). 2
Proverbs 21 – Lord Turns King’s Heart, Pride, Violence, and Nagging Wife Read More »