Reason #2 For Proverbs
Proverbs 1:3 (NIV)
3 for receiving instruction in prudent behavior,
doing what is right and just and fair;
Proverbs Club Commentary
Proverbs provide insight
into civil decency and righteousness.
3 for receiving instruction in prudent behavior,
doing what is right and just and fair;
Proverbs Club Commentary
Proverbs provide insight
into civil decency and righteousness.
18 “There are three things
that are too amazing for me,
four that I do not understand:
19 the way of an eagle in the sky,
the way of a snake on a rock,
the way of a ship on the high seas,
and the way of a man with a young woman.
Proverbs Club Commentary
The way of:
An eagle in the sky
A snake on a rock
A ship on the high seas
A man with a young woman
12 If a ruler listens to lies,
all his officials become wicked.
Proverbs Club Commentary
A misinformed leader corrupts his staff.
12 When the righteous triumph, there is great elation;
but when the wicked rise to power, people go into hiding.
Proverbs Club Commentary
A Godly ruler excites the citizenry.
A Wicked ruler repels them.
12 The prudent see danger and take refuge,
but the simple keep going and pay the penalty.
Proverbs Club Commentary
When danger approaches,
act appropriately to mitigate harm.