Words to the Wise 1:1-7

“It takes a great deal of bravery to stand up to our enemies, but just as much to stand up to our friends.” “Those who are best suited to power are those who have never sought it.”

“Never put passion in front of principle. Even if you win, you lose.” “Ambition without knowledge is like a boat on dry land.”

“Do or do not. There is no try.” “Named must your fear be before banish it you can.” “Mind what you have learned. Save you it can.”

Words to the Wise Author of Proverbs: Solomon –Son of David – B.C. –Wisest man ever (1 Kings 4:29-34) –A study in contrast

Words to the Wise Content of Proverbs –“Shortness, sense and salt” –Statements of general truth

Words to the Wise Content of Proverbs –Prologue (1-9) –Solomonic Proverbs (10-22, 25-29) –Sayings of the Wise (22-24) –Sayings of Agur and Lemuel (30-31)

Words to the Wise Purpose of Proverbs: Wisdom –Hakam – “skillful living” –Wisdom is the ability to apply God’s truth correctly in the context of everyday life.

Words to the Wise By wisdom the L ORD laid the foundation of the earth; he established the heavens by understanding. Proverbs 3:19

Words to the Wise The Spirit of the L ORD will rest on Him, The spirit of wisdom and understanding, The spirit of counsel and strength, The spirit of knowledge and the fear of the L ORD. Isaiah 11:2

Words to the Wise Purpose of Proverbs: Wisdom –Knowledge (2, 5-6) –Moral character (3) –Discernment (2) –Practical Skill (3)

Words to the Wise The Charge of Proverbs –Consider who you are. Fool Mocker Naïve Wise –Respond with submission (1:7)

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