Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible - Proverbs 1:9
9. On the figures of :-, compare Genesis 41:42; Song of Solomon 1:10; Song of Solomon 4:9. read more
Proverbs 1:7-10, Proverbs 1:20-23, Proverbs 1:33 Niv
Robert Jamieson; A. R. Fausset; David Brown
Robert Jamieson; A. R. Fausset; David Brown
Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible - Proverbs 1:10
10-19. A solemn warning against temptation. entice—literally, "open the way." consent . . . not—Sin is in consenting or yielding to temptation, not in being tempted. read more
Thomas Constable
Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - Proverbs 1:1-7
A. Introduction to the Book 1:1-7These verses set forth the title, the purpose, and the thesis of the Book of Proverbs. Far from being a hodgepodge of miscellaneous sayings, the book gives evidence of careful organization in this opening segment. read more
Thomas Constable
Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - Proverbs 1:1-18
I. COLLECTION 1: DISCOURSES ON WISDOM CHS. 1-9The Book of Proverbs is a collection of at least seven separate groups of proverbs. There are two groups that Solomon spoke and or wrote (possibly chs. 1-9 and definitely Proverbs 10:1 to Proverbs 22:16). read more
Thomas Constable
Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - Proverbs 1:7
3. The thesis of the book 1:7This verse enjoys almost universal recognition as the key statement not only in Proverbs but in all the wisdom literature of the Bible (cf. Proverbs 9:10; Proverbs 15:33; Job 28:28; Psalms 111:10; Ecclesiastes 12:13). Some people think of it as the motto of the book, others the foundational principle, others the major premise, or something similar. The verse contains a positive statement followed by its negative corollary.The "fear of the Lord" occurs at least 18... read more
Thomas Constable
Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - Proverbs 1:8-19
1. Warning against consorting with sinners 1:8-19In this pericope, the wise way (following the moral law in general, Proverbs 1:8-9) does not have the personal appeal, or the excitement and hope of power, that the second way does (Proverbs 1:10-19). Its only reward is goodness, as opposed to acceptance by one’s peers."The Bible is the basic textbook in the home. It was once the basic textbook in the educational system, but even if that were still true, the Bible in the school can’t replace the... read more
Thomas Constable
Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - Proverbs 1:8-36
B. Instruction for Young People 1:8-8:36The two ways (paths, worldviews) introduced in Proverbs 1:7 stretch out before the reader (cf. Matthew 7:13-14). In this section Solomon spoke to his son, guiding him into God’s way. "My son" was and is a customary way of addressing a disciple."It derives from the idea that parents are primarily responsible for moral instruction (Proverbs 4:3-4; Deuteronomy 6:7)." [Note: Ross, p. 907.] The frequent recurrence of the phrase "my son" in this part of... read more
John Dummelow
John Dummelow's Commentary on the Bible - Proverbs 1:1-33
The chapter falls into three principal divisions.1-6. Title and Introduction explaining the object of the whole book, which is to instruct the inexperienced and add to the educated man’s knowledge. It is assumed that good conduct is an art which can be taught. But the learner must be in sympathy with the subject; a right judgment concerning moral truth is attainable only by those who hunger and thirst after righteousness. The method of instruction is by proverbs, figures, parables and vivid... read more
Charles John Ellicott
Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers - Proverbs 1:7
2.—FIFTEEN DIDACTIC POEMS, OR DISCOURSES ON VARIOUS SUBJECTS (Proverbs 1:7 to Proverbs 9:18).(a) First Discourse:—Against Companionship in Robbery (Proverbs 1:7-19).(7) The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge.—The first discourse is prefaced by a distich, which serves as a key-note to all the teaching of the book. This expression, “the fear of the Lord,” occurs thirteen times in the Proverbs, and plays a prominent part throughout the Old Testament.“When God of old came down from... read more
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Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible - Proverbs 1:8
8. My son—This paternal form denotes a tender regard for the reader. Filial sentiments rank next to piety towards God, and ensure most distinguished rewards (compare Proverbs 6:20; Ephesians 6:2; Ephesians 6:3). read more