The Truth about Wisdom–Part 2
Personifying wisdom as a woman, Solomon begins the book of Proverbs by stating several important truths about wisdom. In yesterday’s post, the following facts were considered Send article as PDF
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The Truth about Wisdom–Part 1
Solomon begins the book of Proverbs by personifying wisdom as a woman (Proverbs 1:20-33). Since there is a natural, yet mysterious attraction between males and females (Proverbs 30:18-19), Solomon is implying that his son ought to be innately interested in and a willing pursuer…
The First Steps on the Path of Wisdom
The first way in which the fear of the Lord is to be expressed in a person’s life is in a child’s relationship to his parents. The blessings of knowledge and wisdom that the fear of the Lord initiates begin to be enjoyed…
God’s Portrait of a Fool
Life’s ultimate decision is: Am I going to believe and follow God’s instruction, or am I going to trust human wisdom and imitate my peers? Every person must choose. Every person does choose. Send article as PDF
Life’s Ultimate Decision
Choosing to acknowledge the existence and superiority of Jehovah—the Ultimate Reality—is the beginning of knowledge (Proverbs 1:7) and wisdom (Proverbs 9:10). It is making the only sensible choice when faced with life’s ultimate decision. Send article as PDF
Life’s Starting Point
Immediately after Solomon’s introduction to the book of Proverbs and its fourfold purpose (1:1-4) and his hearty encouragement to vigorously pursue wisdom (1:5-6), he gets down to brass tacks: “The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge” (1:7). Send…
Earthly Beings with Heaven’s Point of View
Some of the best advice I have ever received was told to me shortly after I entered college: In every month that has 31 days read one chapter a day from the book of Proverbs. In two days, we begin the month of…
Earthly Beings with Heaven’s Point of View
Some of the best advice I have ever received was told to me shortly after I entered college: In every month that has 31 days read one chapter a day from the book of Proverbs. Its implementation in my life has blessed…