The Book Of proverbs Flashcards
Which books does the biblical genre of wisdom include?
Job
Proverbs
Ecclesiastes
(Song of Songs/Solomon)
Proverbs 1:1-7 is an introduction to…
To the book of Proverbs
and
To the wisdom literature
What is the structure of the prologue of Proverbs?
Proverbs 1:1-7
Title (1)
Purpose (2-6)
Theme (7)
What is the title given in the prologue of Proverbs?
Proverbs of Solomon, king of Israel
How is the structure of Proverbs 1:2-6 arranged when explaining the purpose?
The purpose is given in vs. 2-6
- v2 is the summary/synopsis
- vs3-4 expand the concept from v2a (the substance is wisdom)
- vs5-6 expand the concept from v2b (the expression of wisdom)
What is the content of the message of Proverbs?
The substance of wisdom and the expression of wisdom
What three ideas summarize the substance of wisdom?
- The skill to survive
- The skill to thrive
- Cosmic order
What is the theme of proverbs (found in verse 7)?
The fear of The Lord
What three aspects comprise the fear of The Lord?
- Cognitive/thoughts (fear of Him is to know Him)
- Affective/emotions (fear is awe coupled with trust)
- Volitional/will (to fear The Lord is to obey Him)