Old Testament Wisdom & Poetry 31 chapters
Proverbs
Practical wisdom for everyday life, grounded in the fear of the LORD — on speech, work, money, friendship, family, and character.
Outline
- Ch. 1–9 A father's lectures: wisdom vs. folly personified; "the fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge" (1:7)
- Ch. 10–22:16 Proverbs of Solomon (short two-line sayings)
- Ch. 22:17–24 Sayings of the wise
- Ch. 25–29 More proverbs of Solomon, copied by Hezekiah's men
- Ch. 30 Sayings of Agur
- Ch. 31 Sayings of King Lemuel; the excellent wife (31:10–31)