Proverbs
- Book Name
- Proverbs means "Advice"
- Main Topic(s)
- Little Wisdoms
- Description
- Proverbs is best known as a book of wisdom and some general life advice. Many of the writings are attributed to King Solomon who had the training, resources and time to study and learn about anything he wanted, and he asked specifically from God to learn about wisdom (1 Kings 3:1-15).
- Written
- 700 BC
- Bible Division
- Poetry
- Timeline
4004 BC2024 AD
1000 BC — 700 BC
In This Book
Chapter Outline
1. The proverbs of Solomon the son of David king of Israel:2. Receive my words and store up my commandments within you;3. Don't forget my teaching; but let your heart keep my commandments:4. Listen sons to a father's instruction5. My son pay attention to my wisdom6. If you have struck your hands in pledge for a stranger;7. Warning Against the Adulteress