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Outline of Proverbs
1 The Book of Proverbs Introduction: The very first word found in Proverbs is the Hebrew word masal. The Hebrew word masal is translated Proverbs in the 1901 ASV and is defined as byword, saying, a saying, usually brief, stating observations from experience so arrestingly that it gains popularity. The purpose is to warn against dangerous conduct, while encouraging behavior that promotes personal and social well-being" (International Standard Bible Encyclopedia vol. 3 page 1012). The very purpose of this book is given in the first six verses of chapter one. Attaining wisdom and understanding through the process of instruction and prudence ought to be man's primary objective. The Proverbs of this book belonged to Solomon ( Proverbs 1:1). Solomon was known for his wisdom (1 Kings 4:29). The Bible tells us that Solomon had composed 3000 Proverbs (1 Kings 4:32).
Proverbs 25:1 states, “These also are proverbs of Solomon, which the men of Hezekiah king of Judah copied out.” Content of Proverbs The theme of Proverbs is found at chapter 1:7 and 4:7. Solomon writes, "The fear of Jehovah is the beginning of knowledge; but the foolish despise wisdom and instruction" (Proverbs 1:7).
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