Wisdom in Proverbs

「He restoreth my soul: He guideth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake.」

「And let the congregation of the peoples compass thee about; And over them return thou on high.」

「He asked life of thee, thou gavest it him, Even length of days for ever and ever.」

「I am weary with my groaning; Every night make I my bed to swim; I water my couch with my tears.」

「Jehovah is their strength, And he is a stronghold of salvation to his anointed.」

「From men by thy hand, O Jehovah, From men of the world, whose portion is in this life, And whose belly thou fillest with thy treasure: They are satisfied with children, And leave the rest of their substance to their babes.」

A person who denies God in their heart, morally corrupt and committing abominable deeds, a key figure in wisdom literature.

God's instruction and law, which the righteous delight in and meditate on day and night.

Divine wisdom; in Psalm 49, the psalmist declares he will speak wisdom, contrasting it with the futility of wealth and the brevity of life.

Describes one who is truly happy and favored by God, the opening declaration of blessing in the Psalms.

In Psalm 111:10, the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, highlighting reverence for God as the foundation of true wisdom and obedience.

Reverential awe and submission to God; the foundation of wisdom and source of blessing.

How do we understand 'surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life'?

Psalm 23:6 promises that goodness and mercy pursue us—an assurance of daily divine care.

How do green pastures and still waters reflect God's guidance?

Psalm 23:2 depicts the shepherd leading to rest—how does this relate to reliance on Torah in Jewish tradition?

What does it mean that the Lord is my shepherd?

Exploring the shepherd metaphor in Psalm 23 and its implications for God's care and guidance.

How do green pastures and still waters reflect God's guidance?

Psalm 23:2 depicts the shepherd leading to rest—how does this relate to reliance on Torah in Jewish tradition?

What is the spiritual significance of God preparing a table for me?

In Psalm 23:5, the table set in the presence of enemies symbolizes provision, victory, and divine favor.

How do we understand 'surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life'?

Psalm 23:6 promises that goodness and mercy pursue us—an assurance of daily divine care.