31
Chapters
915
Verses
Solomon and others
Author
970-700 BC
Date Written
Proverbs is a collection of practical wisdom for daily living, teaching that the fear of the Lord is the foundation of all true knowledge and wise conduct.
To teach wisdom and discretion for successful living in every area of life.
Primarily collected during Solomon's reign, with additions made during Hezekiah's time.
Hebrew
משׁלי
Mishlei
“Parables”
Greek
Παροιμίαι
Paroimiai
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Introduction to wisdom
Instructions and appeals
Main collection
Thirty sayings
More of Solomon
Including virtuous woman
“Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.”
“Train up a child in the way he should go.”
“Who can find a virtuous woman?”
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