Proverbs 10 - Questions & Answers Flashcards
Q1: What does the word “famish” mean?
The word “famish” comes from the Hebrew word רָעֵב (raeb), meaning to be hungry, suffer hunger, or experience a longing for sustenance. Metaphorically, it represents a deep yearning or unmet spiritual need.
How does a famished soul relate to desires?
A famished soul reflects a profound need or longing, which can relate to desires that remain unfulfilled. Spiritually, it signifies a state of lack that only God can satisfy. Proverbs 10:3 implies that those in Christ (the righteous) will not experience this spiritual emptiness because the Lord provides all they need.
What will the Lord not allow for the righteous?
The Lord will not allow the righteous soul to “famish.” For those in Christ, this means He ensures their deepest spiritual needs are met, offering fulfillment, spiritual sustenance, and the assurance of God’s care, rooted in His abundant grace and provision.
What will the Lord not allow for the righteous?
The Lord will not allow the righteous soul to “famish.” For those in Christ, this means He ensures their deepest spiritual needs are met, offering fulfillment, spiritual sustenance, and the assurance of God’s care, rooted in His abundant grace and provision.
What happens to the desires of the wicked?
The desire of the wicked is described using the Hebrew word הַוָּה (havvah), meaning mischief, calamity, or ruin. The Lord casts it away, from the Hebrew הָדַף (hadaph), meaning to thrust away or reject. This reflects that the wicked’s selfish or harmful cravings are thwarted and lead to destruction.
In contrast, what is the desire of the righteous?
The righteous—those in Christ—have desires aligned with God’s will, such as longing for His righteousness and His kingdom (Matthew 6:33). These desires are not cast away but are satisfied and fulfilled by Jesus. The righteous soul is secure, nourished, and filled with peace because of God’s faithfulness.
