DA,"_Q`72zsGX *d4LgO2A'RL9bp`g832(mYi&r~3 God knew that such a judgment was necessary, and He knew how to make it happen. But the Lord decides where their steps will take them. The universe has a just-right gravitational force. They should be so close that it would be as if they were a necklace on him at all times (bind them around your neck) and written on the tablet of your heart. For the perverse person is an abomination to the Lord, But let your heart keep my commands; The third instruction consists of six couplets of two verses each. General Epistles She is a tree of life: Alluding most manifestly to the tree so called which God in the beginning planted in the garden of Paradise, by eating the fruit of which all the wastes of nature might have been continually repaired, so as to prevent death for ever. (Clarke). If he has done you no harm. So your barns will be filled with plenty, ii. He who trusts in his own heart is a fool. The LORD by wisdom founded the earth; c. It will be health to your flesh: A life of surrender and trust in God has real benefits to the health of the trusting one. Email / username or password was incorrect! Having spoken about prosperity and blessing from the Lord (verses 9-10), the next verses go on to speak about discipline from the Lord. In principle, life and heart obedience bring long life and peace. The perverse person is an abomination to the Lord: We should not envy or imitate the oppressor because God knows how and when to judge such wicked. The fear of man brings a snare, But whoever trusts in the Lord shall be safe. The Gospels [Ezra 7:27-28]. It is God that gives credit; he fashioneth mens opinions, and inclineth their hearts, as Ezra oft acknowledges with much thankfulness. Verses 1-20 is where Solomon instructs that wisdom is; (1) rooted in sound teaching, verses 1-4; (2) Rests in trust in God (verses 5-6); i. C. Please see our Privacy Policy for cookie usage details. i. Length of days is in her right hand, i. Let not mercy and truth forsake you; How will you apply this lesson to your life this week? a. The perverse person is an abomination to the LORD: We should not envy or imitate the oppressor because God knows how and when to judge such wicked. The universe around us has the marks of a brilliant Designer whose design shows His wisdom. This chapter is one of the most excellent in all this book, both for argument to persuade us to be religious and for directions therein. We desire life to be easy and comfortable, and we resist any form of discipline (note Hebrews 12:11). For he dwells by you for safetys sake. Nederlandstalige Bijbelstudies door Stan Marinussen, With the firstfruits of all your increase, Her proceeds are better than the profits of silver, All the things you may desire cannot compare with her, By understanding He established the heavens, By His knowledge the depths were broken up, Do not withhold good from those to whom it is due, The perverse person is an abomination to the, He scorns the scornful, but gives grace to the humble, Copyright - Enduring Word       |      . Minor Prophets i. If we will truly honor the Lord with our giving, it wont be with the last and leftovers. For a father to leave sins and failings uncorrected is not a sign of love; it is a sign of indifference and the selfish disregard that often accompanies indifference. 2023 Rev. Proverbs 15. . Proverbs 1. Here's 3 principles that we can pull from this verse about how we raise our kids. mK]'TySf@1IZsJZl.IT$MpF.(OT${bN@O@i. The Lord by wisdom founded the earth; Do not say to your neighbor, Mercy and truth are frequently joined together, as they are in God, as Psalms 25:10; 57:3, etc., or in men, as Proverbs 16:6; 20:28; Hosea 4:1, and here. (Poole), iii. This trust is not the mere cold assent of enlightened judgment. There is also the tendency for professing Christians to be selective in their trust of the Lord; they may trust Him with regard to the great issues of eternity, but not with the issues of everyday life. c. By His knowledge the depths were broken up: This is likely a reference to what happened at the flood described in Noahs day (Genesis 7:11). Proverbs: The Beginning of Knowledge 3. So shall thy barns be filled with plenty This is not the way to diminish thy . The universe has a just-right gravitational force. Pentateuch Since the text and audio content provided by BLB represent a 3 Let not mercy and truth forsake thee: bind them about thy neck; write them upon the table of thine heart: 4 So shalt thou find favour and good understanding in the sight of God and man. Do not withhold good from those to whom it is due, The first verse of Proverbs 3 introduces us to this future-hope. The Lord corrects his children and does not treat them as criminals. Hardship and correction are involved, however, which are always hard to accept. (Garrett), iii. c. So your barns will be filled with plenty: This is a wonderful principle. i. 4 to give prudence to c the simple,. i. Our website uses cookies to store user preferences. 4$}8@u% HkKjJA7_jh&[hhYMA Solomon didnt mean my law in the sense of his own personal decrees, but as Gods word that he had internalized and made personal. c. He scorns the scornful, but gives grace to the humble: This wonderful principle is repeated three times in the Bible (also in James 4:6 and 1 Peter 5:5). If we leave it to tomorrow, it may never happen and will certainly not happen as soon as it could and should. Honour the Lord with thy substance Lay out thy estate, not to please thyself, but to glorify God; and with the first-fruits of all thy increase Or, with the chief, or best; which answers to the first-fruits under the law. Now that we've looked at the Proverbs 22:6 meaning, I want to look at how this verse plays out in our everyday life. G. Campbell Morgan gave his own testimony to the truth of Proverbs 3:5-6: The measure in which I have trusted Jehovah and acknowledged Him, has been the measure of walking in the paths of real life.. The Old Testament The LORD will be your confidence: The wise life can let go of fear (you will not be afraid) and in the release of anxiety know the blessing of sleep. Prophets a. When it is in the power of your hand to do so. It is also connected to a life of obedience, in which one does keep the commands of God. You never know what you're going to. 4. There is a sense in which Solomon spoke of wisdom and humility as being closely related. As we experience their dishonest dealings we; are tempted to treat them in the same way; but once again, we must pay attention to the counsel and commandment of our heavenly Father: DO NOT LET KINDNESS AND INTEGRITY FORSAKE YOU!, 2. By inheritance from his father and through his own shrewd business dealings, Solomon was a fabulously wealthy man (2 Chronicles 9:22). By contrast, fools are those who acquire or earn, not inherit, by their intractability, public shame. (Waltke), 2020 The Enduring Word Bible Commentary by David Guzik ewm@enduringword.com, The Whole Bible My son, walk rightly with God. She is a tree of life: Alluding most manifestly to the tree so called which God in the beginning planted in the garden of Paradise, by eating the fruit of which all the wastes of nature might have been continually repaired, so as to prevent death for ever. (Clarke). This requires not only a life-diligence, but also an appropriately surrendered heart that recognizes that Gods wisdom and discretion are greater than my own. She is a tree of life to those who take hold of her, This section shows that the wisdom that directs life is the same wisdom that created the universe (see discussion on Proverbs 8:20-31); to surrender to Gods wisdom is to put oneself in harmony with creation, the world around one. (Ross). Check to enable permanent hiding of message bar and refuse all cookies if you do not opt in. If he has done you no harm. b. If it were smaller, stars would not send out enough light. And tomorrow I will give it, Proverbs 3:5: The Understanding not Strong Enough to Lean Upon: Chicago Sunday School Teacher. Proverbs 28:25 NKJV. A father who truly loves his children will correct them appropriately. The Lord corrects his children and does not treat them as criminals. If you refuse cookies we will remove all set cookies in our domain. The Old Testament iv. Poetical Books The New Testament PROVERBS LESSON 3 We will begin this lesson in Proverbs 3:1 "My son, forget not my law; but let thine heart keep my commandments:" Proverbs 3:2 "For length of days, and long life, and peace, shall they add to thee." "My son" tells us who this message is to. In this passage, the reader is encouraged to see wisdom and discretion as unimaginably more valuable than wealth and material goods. The New Testament Exposing a sin or evil not previously seen. d. The wise shall inherit glory: Whatever exaltation the wicked seem to have, it is only temporary. There is a sense in which Solomon spoke of wisdom and humility as being closely related. GenesisExodusLeviticusNumbersDeuteronomyJoshuaJudgesRuth1 Samuel2 Samuel1 Kings2 Kings1 Chronicles2 ChroniclesEzraNehemiahEstherJobPsalmsProverbsEcclesiastesSong of SongsIsaiahJeremiahLamentationsEzekielDanielHoseaJoelAmosObadiahJonahMicahNahumHabakkukZephaniahHaggaiZechariahMalachiMatthewMarkLukeJohnActsRomans1 Corinthians2 CorinthiansGalatiansEphesiansPhilippiansColossians1 Thessalonians2 Thessalonians1 Timothy2 TimothyTitusPhilemonHebrewsJames1 Peter2 Peter1 John2 John3 JohnJudeRevelation, Select a Beginning Point Major Prophets The principle of Proverbs 3:2 is not an absolute promise; there are some people who truly are given to obedience in both conduct and heart and die relatively young. My son, despise not the chastening of the Lord Either by making light of it, or not being duly affected with it, or by accounting it an unnecessary thing; but rather esteem it a privilege and favour from God. God knew that such a judgment was necessary, and He knew how to make it happen. He began with the simple principle that we should do good when it is in the power of our hand to do so. It may come through critics and adversaries. She is more precious than rubies, We fully respect if you want to refuse cookies but to avoid asking you again and again kindly allow us to store a cookie for that. "Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, Song of Songs" Volume 14 (The New American Commentary) (Nashville, Tennessee: Broadman and Holman, 1993), Kidner, Derek "Proverbs: An Introduction and Commentary" (Kidner Classic Commentaries) (Nottingham, England: InterVarsity Press, 1964), Poole, Matthew "A Commentary on the Holy Bible" Volume 2 (Psalms-Malachi) (London: Banner of Truth Trust, 1968), Ross, Allen P. "Proverbs: The Expositor's Bible Commentary" Volume 5 (Psalms-Song of Songs) (Grand Rapids, Michigan: Zondervan, 1991), Trapp, John "A Commentary on the Old and New Testaments" Volume 3 (Proverbs to Daniel) (Eureka, California: Tanski Publications, 1997), Waltke, Bruce K. "The Book of Proverbs: Chapters 1-15" (The New International Commentary on the Old Testament) (Grand Rapids, Michigan: Eerdmans, 2004), Wiersbe, Warren W. "Be Skillful (Proverbs): God's Guidebook to Wise Living" (The BE Series Commentary) (Wheaton, Illinois: Victor Books, 1995). We honor Him by thinking, I can give You the first and the best because I know You can and will give much more., iii. Neither be weary of his correction Neither think it tedious or hard, but endure it with patience and cheerfulness. And may your heart observe my commandments, 2 Because they will add many days And years of life and peace to you.+ 3 Do not let loyal love and faithfulness* leave you.+ When the fathers admonitions are violated, the son can expect the Lord to back it up with a spanking to prevent the wrong from becoming habitual. (Waltke), iii. (Proverbs 3:11-12) Receiving correction from God with the right heart. i. They could be encouraged in knowing that such suffering is a sign of sonship. c. All the things you may desire cannot compare with her: This wisdom is greater than all kinds of riches silver, fine gold, or rubies. The flow of thought moves from general teaching in verses 1-4 to specific teaching in verses 5-12. Her ways are ways of pleasantness, Established the heavens:Or fitted or ordered them; framed them in that exquisite order which now they have. (Poole). a. Proverbs 10. The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and instruction. What You Do As A Parent Makes A Difference (good or bad) The universe has a just-right average distance between the stars. For her proceeds are better than the profits of silver, If thou have the means by thee, and thy neighbour's necessities be pressing, do not put him off till the morrow. My son, do not forget my law, But let your heart keep my commands; For length of days and long life And peace they will add to you. Confident in God, we need not be afraid of sudden terror or trouble from the wicked. Poetical Books d. The wise shall inherit glory: Whatever exaltation the wicked seem to have, it is only temporary. If it were larger, the stars would be too hot and would burn up too quickly and too unevenly to support life. Proverbs The Beginning of Knowledge. The word translated trust in verse 5 means to lie helpless, facedown. It pictures a servant waiting for the masters command in readiness to obey, or a defeated soldier yielding himself to the conquering general. (Wiersbe), ii. (Proverbs 3:21-22) Giving attention to Gods wisdom. in b righteousness, justice, and equity;. Please be aware that this might heavily reduce the functionality and appearance of our site. The Old Testament We need 2 cookies to store this setting. Drop down the dew: The west wind after sunset brings enough moisture of the sea with it that during the night it falls in rich dew (tal; cf. We regard these as true principles, not absolute promises. Solomon had found that God was worthy to be trusted. Then you will walk safely in your way, b. Her ways are ways of pleasantness, There is the great tendency for men to depend upon their own understanding instead of depending upon the Word of God. Passwords should have at least 6 characters. xLPHU(Pq,>}i-)>z~#C7\ e%iQ,ThOK?_.gI$d28 \aG0GfUlmR\b Do not strive with a man without cause, ii. He who is of a proud heart stirs up strife, But he who trusts in the Lord will be prospered. Does this mean that to gain the joys of the next life we must bid eternal farewell to the benefits of this life? This is the worlds creed, and it is a slander from the great liar. (Bridges). If one mentally remembers Gods word yet fails to obey it, we could rightly say he or she has forgotten Gods commands. We need only to look at Jesus' life and what he went through to know that's not the case. And her gain than fine gold. To inspire a desire for wisdom 3. 1:1-7) As this study begins, the student is challenged immediately to commit himself to the . Let them not depart from your eyes: Solomon told his son the importance of constant attention to Gods wisdom and discretion. Trapp on having favor before man: As did Joseph, Moses, David. If thou must appeal to judicial authority to bring him that wrongs thee to reason, avoid all enmity, and do nothing in a spirit of revenge. (Clarke), iii. To trust in God is to be unbottomed of thyself, and of every creature, and so to lean upon God, that if he fail thee thou sinkest. (Trapp). Questions 1. What does Proverbs chapter 3 mean? Each couplet has either a command (positive) or prohibition (negative) followed by a statement of motivation. Do not refuse a kindness when it is in thy power to perform it. Pentateuch To provide students with a basic understanding of the structure and themes of Proverbs 2. Do not be wise in your own eyes:Be not puffed up with vain conceit of thine own wisdom, as if that were sufficient for the conduct of all thine affairs without direction or assistance from God, or without the advice of others. (Poole). Do not forget my law: Solomons advice as a father to his son in this section begins with a warning to never forget Gods word (my law). Nor detest His correction; Pauline Epistles 1 My son, do not forget my teaching, but keep my commands in your heart, 2 for they will prolong your life many years and bring you peace and prosperity. To have the wisdom that comes from Gods loving correction is to have something better than material wealth. 3@^5I8HTal W75#(7yuRS2d4t- ' o^=znFL8]-yJ&B:N1&}FxXsjeEE]nz),2YG3g^ffmj((YU5&fA;5TpVA TJ].HJ@;yT Proverbs 3:13-35; 8:22-31 Reading the Passage, Proverbs 3:13-35; 8:22-31 Exploring the Passage, Proverbs 5:1-23; 6:23-35 Reading the Passage, Proverbs 5:1-23; 6:23-35 Exploring the Passage, Proverbs 6:1-5,12-19 Exploring the Passage, Proverbs 8:1-21,32-36 Reading the Passage, Proverbs 8:1-21,32-36 Exploring the Passage, Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivs 3.0 Unported License. Blue Letter Bible offers several daily devotional readings in order to help you refocus on Christ and the Gospel of His peace and righteousness. Proverbs 3 New International Version Wisdom Bestows Well-Being 3 My son, do not forget my teaching, but keep my commands in your heart, 2 for they will prolong your life many years and bring you peace and prosperity. Do not devise evil against your neighbor, She is more precious than rubies, Major Prophets They trust not God at all that do it not alone. Pauline Epistles Since our own security and safety are connected to the good of our neighbor, then for safetys sake we should not strive with our neighbor when there is no cause (if he has done you no harm). Proverbs 16:9 - In their hearts human beings plan their lives. But this will always prompt you to accept/refuse cookies when revisiting our site. Trust in the Lord: Solomon advised his son to live a life of trust in Yahweh. b. Wicked mens sleep is often troublesome, through the workings of their evil consciences; as our Richard III, after the murder of his own two innocent nephews, had fearful dreams. (Trapp), iii. i. Would you prayerfully consider a gift of support today? But He blesses the home of the just. i. iii. Happy is the man who finds wisdom, I love the rod of my heavenly Father, exclaimed the saintly Fletcher. This does not mean that life will be easy; the Bible guarantees that Christ-followers will have hard times and trials. Write mercy and truth upon the tablet of your heartTrust in the LordHonor Him with your substanceWhom the Lord loves He correctsHappy . Don't depend on your own understanding Historical Books This is a blessed combination; length of days could be a curse and not a blessing without peace. (Proverbs 3:23-26) The safety of walking in Gods wisdom. i. V3 - Keep it always near your heart (write it on the table of your heart) -memorize it - meditate on it -The result will be that you will have favor and will be wise in God and man's sight v4 4. Happy: Blessed describes heavenly bliss stemming from being right with God; it depicts the human condition of well being that comes with Gods blessing or as a divine reward for righteousness. (Ross), ii. i. The Whole Bible GenesisExodusLeviticusNumbersDeuteronomyJoshuaJudgesRuth1 Samuel2 Samuel1 Kings2 Kings1 Chronicles2 ChroniclesEzraNehemiahEstherJobPsalmsProverbsEcclesiastesSong of SongsIsaiahJeremiahLamentationsEzekielDanielHoseaJoelAmosObadiahJonahMicahNahumHabakkukZephaniahHaggaiZechariahMalachiMatthewMarkLukeJohnActsRomans1 Corinthians2 CorinthiansGalatiansEphesiansPhilippiansColossians1 Thessalonians2 Thessalonians1 Timothy2 TimothyTitusPhilemonHebrewsJames1 Peter2 Peter1 John2 John3 JohnJudeRevelation, Select an Ending Point Fear the Lord and depart from evil. 2. Do not let kindness and integrity forsake you, tie them around your neck, write them on the tablet of your heart (Proverbs 3:3) As we make our way through "the crowded shopping mall of life," it is very easy for us to become separated from these twin virtues, "kindness and integrity." (17:1) In your own words, explain this proverb. Just as a father the son in whom he delights. My son, let them not depart from your eyes Inherit glory: Not have it only, but inherit itthey shall have it as their proper, perfect, and perpetual right. (Trapp), ii. ii. We use cookies to let us know when you visit our websites, how you interact with us, to enrich your user experience, and to customize your relationship with our website. As we trust Him, we come to know Him better, leading to natural reverence and awe (to fear the Lord). By inheritance from his father and through his own shrewd business dealings, Solomon was a fabulously wealthy man (2 Chronicles 9:22). Do not be wise in your own eyes: We can regard this as an explanation of what it means to lean on ones own understanding (Proverbs 3:5). Do not envy the oppressor, Part 3 focuses on Proverbs to learn how wisdom affects our conduct in our work, our speech, our decisions and our righteous living. e. He shall direct your paths: This is the great principle of Gods response towards those who trust Him in the way described in the previous lines. He began with the simple principle that we should do good when it is in the power of our hand to do so. e. So find favor: The blessed, obedient life is magnetic. i. Thank you for registering. c. Do not devise evil against your neighbor: Gods wisdom teaches us to treat others well. Then you will walk safely in your way, a. The New Testament (Prov. Song of Solomon 5:2). It is analogous to military training, in which, although the threat of punishment is present, even stern discipline is not necessarily retribution for offenses. As we experience their unkindness in their dealings with us, we are tempted to treat them in the same way. And your foot will not stumble. We are called to be a practicing Christian, rather than a practical unbeliever. GenesisExodusLeviticusNumbersDeuteronomyJoshuaJudgesRuth1 Samuel2 Samuel1 Kings2 Kings1 Chronicles2 ChroniclesEzraNehemiahEstherJobPsalmsProverbsEcclesiastesSong of SongsIsaiahJeremiahLamentationsEzekielDanielHoseaJoelAmosObadiahJonahMicahNahumHabakkukZephaniahHaggaiZechariahMalachiMatthewMarkLukeJohnActsRomans1 Corinthians2 CorinthiansGalatiansEphesiansPhilippiansColossians1 Thessalonians2 Thessalonians1 Timothy2 TimothyTitusPhilemonHebrewsJames1 Peter2 Peter1 John2 John3 JohnJudeRevelation, Use semicolons to separate groups: 'Gen;Jdg;Psa-Mal' or 'Rom 3-12;Mat 1:15;Mat 5:12-22', There are options set in 'Advanced Options', The Whole Bible Prosperity Gospel teachers have taken this to mean that those who trust God will have a good life by the world's standards. 1. In honor to God, in love to others, and in wisdom of life we should never oppress others (as Jesus said in Matthew 10:25-28 and other passages). If you do not want that we track your visit to our site you can disable tracking in your browser here: We also use different external services like Google Webfonts, Google Maps, and external Video providers. 3 to receive instruction in wise dealing,. Do not be of a litigious, quarrelsome spirit. And happy are all who retain her. Wisdom Literature God may do it through the inward conviction of the Holy Spirit. It is analogous to military training, in which, although the threat of punishment is present, even stern discipline is not necessarily retribution for offenses. Happy is the man who finds wisdom, More than a few are afraid to have God direct their paths. The particular discomfort or affliction could come in many ways. Historical Books . In the fear of the Lord, wisdom and understanding (often the result of Gods loving correction) would guide men and women into a truly happy life. James 4:6 and 1 Peter 5:5 quote the Septuagint translation of this verse, which if anything softened the force of the Hebrew phrasing here. The universe has a just-right speed of light. Proverbs 3:5 Trust in the LORD with all your heart; do not depend on your own understanding. Note that blocking some types of cookies may impact your experience on our websites and the services we are able to offer. In Canaans almost rainless summer the land was dependent on this moisture for life, and so dew was more impressive to Orientals than to Westerners who, having a more abundant amount of rainfall, have less dependence on dew. (Waltke). c. He scorns the scornful, but gives grace to the humble: This wonderful principle is repeated three times in the Bible (also in James 4:6 and 1 Peter 5:5). The perverse person: The Lord abhors intrigue, but people who are candid and upright, who know the virtue of openness and simplicity, have his ear. (Waltke). Proverbs 9. c. All the things you may desire cannot compare with her: This wisdom is greater than all kinds of riches silver, fine gold, or rubies. b. -;K^D_/W)2j! =miRDp$v{ (Proverbs 3:5-6) Walk rightly with God by truly trusting Him. By His knowledge the depths were broken up, Many commentators note that the word honor has a connection with sacrifice. For a father to leave sins and failings uncorrected is not a sign of love; it is a sign of indifference and the selfish disregard that often accompanies indifference. How heavy those I deserve. (Bridges). b. b. Johannine Writings What does the godly father exhort his son to do in Proverbs 3:3a (printed below? You are free to opt out any time or opt in for other cookies to get a better experience. 3. We can go forward in peace, believing that through His word, through the leading of the Holy Spirit, through the counsel of others, through godly common sense, and through life circumstances, God will direct our paths. The third piece of advice is to give back to God some of ones wealth as a sacrifice in recognition that God gave it. (Ross). Proverbs 5. Proverbs 13. knowledge and d discretion to the youth. So they will be life to your soul d. Length of days is in her right hand: In principle, wisdom brings many benefits. i. Click on the different category headings to find out more. Wise people live longer, enjoy great prosperity (riches) and esteem (honor). i. Let them not depart from your eyes: Solomon told his son the importance of constant attention to Gods wisdomanddiscretion. Share this:(3:1) Keeping God's Word in Your Heart and Mind (Prov 3:1 AMP) My son, forget not my law or teaching, but let your heart keep my commandments. For he dwells by you for safetys sake. Those to whom it is due: May be laborers who have earned their pay, the poor who rightly plead for help, or suppliants at the city gates who call for justice. (Garrett), iii. i. It is on GOD, not on thyself, that thou art commanded to depend. My son, do not forget my law, But let your heart keep my commands; For length of days and long life And peace they will add to you. Proverbs 6. Discouraging the previous embrace of the sin or evil. When it is in the power of your hand to do so. Sometimes He chastens because we have rebelled and need to repent; other times He chastens to keep us from sinning and to prepare us for His special blessing. Do not withhold good from those to whom it is due, c. By His knowledge the depths were broken up: This is likely a reference to what happened at the flood described in Noahs day (Genesis 7:11). Luke-Acts In the sight of God and man. Our goal in obedience is not mere outward conformity to Gods will, but a heart that loves and obeys Him. To equip them with the tools necessary to obtain it Topics Character, Discernment, Fearing God, Foolishness, Humility, Knowledge, Wisdom Scripture Memorization Proverbs 1:7 !"o`RXO[DP#n Wicked mens sleep is often troublesome, through the workings of their evil consciences; as our Richard III, after the murder of his own two innocent nephews, had fearful dreams. (Trapp), iii. In His great understanding God created a universe that some call just right. According to physicists and scientists, we live in a just right universe. He knows how to prosper and take care of those who honor Him with the resources He has given to them. The Third Instruction - Proverbs 3:1-12. Drop down the dew: The west wind after sunset brings enough moisture of the sea with it that during the night it falls in rich dew (tal; cf. God is the master and distributor of unlimited resources. Proverbs 3:1-35: Religious Impressions to . Both are important and should never be forsaken. (Proverbs 3:1-4) Walk rightly with God by valuing His word. 3. They would much rather direct themselves! And your foot will not stumble. iii. Proverbs 8. Happy: Is wisdom a sullen matron who entertains her followers only with sighs and tears? The Lord by wisdom founded the earth: In His work of creation, God showed great wisdom. The surrendered heart delights in Gods direction and in Gods paths. #d|*P2W:0\VS8{KA#t?G d. Length of days is in her right hand: In principle, wisdom brings many benefits. Proverbs 3 - Wisdom from Trusting God A. See Proverbs 3:11-12 (printed below), My son, do not reject Jehovahs discipline, and do not become tired of his rebuke, (12) for Jehovah rebukes those whom he loves, just as a father rebukes the son in whom he delights. It tedious or hard, but endure it with patience and cheerfulness: wisdom. Way to diminish thy rightly say he or she has forgotten Gods commands loves and obeys.! It is in her right hand, i - in their dealings with us, live. 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