Proverbs 1
KJ3 Literal Translation — Chapter 1 of 31
Chapter Summary
The use of the proverbs. An exhortation to fear Jehovah, and believe His word.
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Cross-References
- James 1:5
- Proverbs 9:10
People & Context
Solomon states the purpose of his proverbs: to know wisdom, receive instruction, and give discretion to the young man.
The father warns his son not to join sinners who lie in wait to shed innocent blood and swallow them alive for plunder.
Wisdom personified publicly calls out in the squares and gates, warning the simple and mocking those who refuse her counsel.
Timeline
Solomon states the purpose of his proverbs: to know wisdom, receive instruction, and give discretion to the young man.
Proverbs 1:1-7The father warns his son not to join sinners who lie in wait to shed innocent blood and swallow them alive for plunder.
Proverbs 1:8-19Wisdom personified publicly calls out in the squares and gates, warning the simple and mocking those who refuse her counsel.
Proverbs 1:20-33Read Proverbs 1 in the KJ3 Reader
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