Proverbs
Wisdom literature providing practical guidance for righteous living
All Chapters
31 chapters with summaries and key verses
The Purpose of Proverbs
Introduction to the purpose and value of wisdom and instruction
Key verses: Proverbs 1:7, Proverbs 1:3 +1
The Value of Wisdom
The benefits of seeking wisdom and understanding
Key verses: Proverbs 2:4, Proverbs 2:6 +1
Trust in the Lord
Wisdom about trusting God and the benefits of following His ways
Key verses: Proverbs 3:5, Proverbs 3:6 +1
Get Wisdom
Father's instruction to get wisdom and avoid evil
Key verses: Proverbs 4:7, Proverbs 4:13 +1
Warning Against Adultery
Warning about the dangers of sexual immorality
Key verses: Proverbs 5:3, Proverbs 5:15 +1
Practical Warnings
Warnings about laziness, adultery, and other sins
Key verses: Proverbs 6:6, Proverbs 6:16 +1
The Wiles of the Adulteress
Warning about the seductive ways of the immoral woman
Key verses: Proverbs 7:2, Proverbs 7:21 +1
The Blessings of Wisdom
Wisdom personified speaking of her value and benefits
Key verses: Proverbs 8:11, Proverbs 8:17 +1
Wisdom and Folly
Contrast between wisdom's invitation and folly's call
Key verses: Proverbs 9:10, Proverbs 9:13 +1
The Proverbs of Solomon
Collection of wise sayings about righteous and wicked living
Key verses: Proverbs 10:1, Proverbs 10:7 +1
Righteousness and Wickedness
Contrast between the outcomes of righteous and wicked living
Key verses: Proverbs 11:2, Proverbs 11:14 +1
Words and Deeds
Wisdom about speech, work, and character
Key verses: Proverbs 12:1, Proverbs 12:15 +1
Discipline and Instruction
Wisdom about discipline, wealth, and relationships
Key verses: Proverbs 13:1, Proverbs 13:20 +1
The Fear of the Lord
Wisdom about fearing God and living wisely
Key verses: Proverbs 14:1, Proverbs 14:12 +1
A Soft Answer
Wisdom about speech, attitude, and God's oversight
Key verses: Proverbs 15:1, Proverbs 15:3 +1
The Lord's Sovereignty
Wisdom about God's control and human responsibility
Key verses: Proverbs 16:1, Proverbs 16:3 +1
Family and Friends
Wisdom about relationships, speech, and character
Key verses: Proverbs 17:1, Proverbs 17:17 +1
The Power of Words
Wisdom about speech, pride, and relationships
Key verses: Proverbs 18:1, Proverbs 18:10 +1
Wealth and Character
Wisdom about wealth, character, and relationships
Key verses: Proverbs 19:1, Proverbs 19:17 +1
Wine and Wisdom
Wisdom about alcohol, business, and character
Key verses: Proverbs 20:1, Proverbs 20:7 +1
The Lord's Sovereignty
Wisdom about God's control and human behavior
Key verses: Proverbs 21:1, Proverbs 21:3 +1
Training Children
Wisdom about child-rearing and character development
Key verses: Proverbs 22:1, Proverbs 22:6 +1
Warnings and Instructions
Warnings about gluttony, drunkenness, and other sins
Key verses: Proverbs 23:4, Proverbs 23:17 +1
More Sayings of the Wise
Additional wisdom about justice, planning, and character
Key verses: Proverbs 24:3, Proverbs 24:16 +1
More Proverbs of Solomon
Additional proverbs collected by Hezekiah's men
Key verses: Proverbs 25:2, Proverbs 25:21 +1
Fools and Sluggards
Wisdom about fools, sluggards, and their characteristics
Key verses: Proverbs 26:1, Proverbs 26:11 +1
Friendship and Planning
Wisdom about relationships, planning, and character
Key verses: Proverbs 27:1, Proverbs 27:17 +1
Righteousness and Wickedness
Contrast between righteous and wicked living
Key verses: Proverbs 28:1, Proverbs 28:13 +1
Leadership and Discipline
Wisdom about leadership, discipline, and character
Key verses: Proverbs 29:1, Proverbs 29:15 +1
The Words of Agur
Agur's wisdom about God's greatness and human limitations
Key verses: Proverbs 30:5, Proverbs 30:8 +1
The Virtuous Woman
Description of a woman of noble character and her qualities
Key verses: Proverbs 31:10, Proverbs 31:25 +1