READ IT! - Introduction to Proverbs 14-20

Readings for this week

Monday: Proverbs 14
Tuesday: Proverbs 15
Wednesday: Proverbs 16
Thursday: Proverbs 17
Friday: Proverbs 18
Saturday: Proverbs 19
Sunday: Proverbs 20

Introduction to Proverbs 14-20

Chapters 14-15 

After the extended Prologue, The second section of the Book is made up of the Proverbs of Solomon. The second unit, chapters 10–22:16, carries the superscription "the proverbs of Solomon", which may have encouraged its inclusion in the Hebrew canon. Proverbs 10:1–22:16 contains 375 sayings and consists of two parts.

Part One: Proverbs Which Contrast Righteous (Wise) with Wicked (Foolish) Living (10:1-15:33)

Part Two: Assorted Proverbs Which Exalt Righteous Living (16:1-22:16) 

Examples:

The talk of fools is a rod for their backs.
Even in laughter the heart may ache.
Those who oppress the poor insult their Maker.
A gentle answer turns away wrath.
The eyes of the LORD are everywhere.
Plans fail for lack of counsel.
The LORD hears the righteous. 

Chapters 16-20 

Proverbs 10:1–22:16 contains 375 sayings and consists of two parts.

Part One: Proverbs Which Contrast Righteous (Wise) with Wicked (Foolish) Living (10:1-15:33)

Part Two: Assorted Proverbs Which Exalt Righteous Living (16:1-22:16) 

Examples:

A man plans his way, but the LORD directs his steps.
Kings detest evil.
Pride goes before destruction.
Wisdom is a fountain of life.
A wise servant will rule over a shameful son.
Starting a quarrel is like breaching a dam.
Even a fool seems wise if he keeps silent.
A fool delights in his own opinions.
The name of LORD is a strong tower.
A gift opens the way.
The tongue can bring life or death.
Wealth makes friends.
A false witness will not go unpunished.
A good wife is from the LORD.
Whoever helps the poor lends to the LORD.
Wine is a mocker, beer a brawler.
Even a child is known by his deeds.
The LORD hates false weights.
It is a snare to make rash vows.