The Principles of the book of Proverbs
The
book of Proverbs is based on two principles. The first is that the basic
foundation of a successful life is reverence for God, or “the fear of the LORD.
The
second principle of Proverbs is the nature of humankind. The book points out
that basically there are three kinds of people: the simple (or naive), the
wise, and the foolish. The simple person is inexperienced and must be shown
the ropes. Everyone is born simple. The premise of Proverbs is that all people
need instruction to be able to make right decisions. Without that instruction,
they will end up making foolish choices and having to learn from their own mistakes.
Given good instruction, a simple person can make wise decisions and thus have a
fuller, more successful life.
Ref; A HISTORICAL
SURVEY OF THE OLD AND NEW TESTAMENTS
MICHAEL A. HARBIN

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