While Solomon wrote a majority of the proverbial sayings in the book, some proverbial sayings were written by others (e.g., 22:17-24:34; 30:1-33; 31:1-9) and ...

The Greek Septuagint called this book “Proverbs of Solomon.” The Latin Vulgate named it “The Book of Proverbs.” Translators of English Bibles place Proverbs ...

For God is my refuge , the God who loves me. Psalm 60.

19 Better is a poor person who walks in his integrity. than one who is perverse in his speech and is a fool . 2 It is dangerous to have zeal without ...

1:3 To receive moral instruction in skillful living,. in righteousness, justice, and equity.

17 Better is a dry crust of bread where there is quietness. than a house full of feasting with strife . 2 A servant who acts wisely will rule.

18:1 One who has isolated himself seeks his own desires;. he rejects all sound judgment. 18:2 A fool takes no pleasure in understanding.

31:1 The words of King Lemuel,. an oracle that his mother taught him: 31:2 O my son, O son of my womb,. O son of my vows,.

16 The intentions of the heart belong to a man ,. but the answer of the tongue comes from the Lord . 2 All a person's ways seem right in his own opinion ,.

3 My child , do not forget my teaching ,. but let your heart keep my commandments ,. 2 for they will provide a long and full life. and well-being for you.