three books known as Proverbs‚ Job‚ and Ecclesiastes. The Mercer Dictionary of the Bible defines “wisdom literature” as “a distinctive intellectual tradition extended throughout the ancient Near East.”1 Wisdom literature in the bible includes the three books known as Proverbs‚ Job‚ and Ecclesiastes. “Ancient Israel’s sages preserved their teachings in two forms: meshalim and reflections. The former included both instructions (Prov 1-9)‚ SIRACH) and shorter aphorisms (most of Proverbs).”2 Gordon D. Fee
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as well as between wisdom and folly‚ and the book of Proverbs is one that offers explanations to such a question. First‚ it is important that people comprehend the difference between diligence and laziness as stated in Proverbs. While being diligent means being prepared‚ and on top of things‚ a lazy person is one who often put off work that can be done today until tomorrow. In Proverbs‚ these two characteristics are often mentioned. Proverbs 6:6-11 comments that: Go to the ant‚ thou sluggard; consider
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A Virtuous Woman Proverbs 31:10-31 is the bible’s description of a virtuous woman; a universal truth of what it means to be the best woman in the eyes of God. Although quite literally discussing motherhood and marriage‚ this verse does not mean that it is imperative to be a part of this demographic. However‚ opening up to these things and preparing for them can make room for God in life as a woman. In the novel‚ The Scarlet Letter‚ written by Nathaniel Hawthorne‚ Hester is a representation of a
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– Proverbs 10:19 Tongue (your words): 1) Is a dangerous and powerful tool Encourage: Proverbs 15:23 …How good is a timely word! Ephesians 4:29 Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths‚ but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs‚ that it may benefit those who listen. Destroy: Proverbs 12:18 The words of the reckless pierce like swords‚ but the tongue of the wise brings healing. Leave someone scared forever: Proverbs 18:21
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Diligence and Laziness The book of Proverbs is a book that can provide us with wisdom and knowledge for effective every day living. Proverbs supply wisdom for all people regardless of their age‚ sex or position in society. God wants his people to be wise and informed with quality applications for a successful and blessed lifestyle. An attribute to possess in order to obtain great wisdom on diligence and laziness is first we must have the fear of the Lord. Proverbs 1:7 states “The fear of the Lord
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regards to the subjects of diligence and laziness. Throughout the book of Proverbs the words of lazy and diligence can be found in many different forms. Sluggish‚ sluggard‚ and idle describe laziness. The word diligence can also be considered as‚ thorough‚ attentive‚ and persistence. Each of these words‚ found in the Bible‚ can reference diligence‚ and laziness within Hebrew Wisdom in many cases. The book of Proverbs is the Hebrew book of Wisdom. Its purpose is to provide practical instructions
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decrees of David (1 King 3:3) (Maller‚ 2011). Solomon’s teachings in Proverbs are known for covering excellent examples of wisdom. As Solomon taught about wisdom it can easily be contrasted to laziness. Maller (2011) poses the question of “Was Solomon too wise a king?” (Maller‚ 2011). While Solomon’s wisdom is discussed greatly in 1 King 5:9-14‚ Maller (2011 argues there are many times that Solomon does not follow his own
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definition of the important words that I will be focusing on‚ lets beginning the discussion of Hebrew wisdom regarding these attributes. The Book of Proverbs was written mostly by Solomon. Solomon asked God and received the wisdom of The Lord and Solomon teaches us about the importance of diligence and not being lazy. Solomon states in Proverbs 13:4 “The soul of a lazy man desires‚ and has nothing; But the soul of the diligent shall be made rich”. When we continually seek after wisdom it will
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September 29‚ 2014 Bibl 105 Essay #3 The book of Proverbs is a great book of advice for believers‚ but its principles are spoken of in a general manner. For example‚ the book of Proverbs speaks about the subject of laziness. It says that laziness leads to being poor while diligence leads to wealth (10:4; 20:13)‚ but also it may be from corruption and injustice (13:23). Therefore‚ we are told to be diligent as ants when we work. However‚ there are also proverbs against being wealthy without the love of God
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Wisdom and Folly: Essay Three Liberty University Wisdom and Folly Nearly seventy-five percent of The Old Testament consists of poetry. This includes the books of Psalms and Proverbs‚ which are written entirely in poetry (Henner‚ 2014 par. 1). In the English Bible there are 5 poetic books: Job‚ Psalms‚ Proverbs‚ Ecclesiastes‚ and Song of Songs. The Hebrew people used poetry to express emotion‚ promote worship‚ and to instruct wisdom Hindson & Yates‚ 2012 p. 232). It is the assertion of Hindson
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