Lesson – Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, Song of Solomon Wisdom Literature

Proverbs What is a Proverb? Who does it come from? Proverbs 1:7 Theme of the book – “The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge.” – What does that mean?

Proverbs 3:5-6 Why would the Solomon put this in a book of “understanding”? – This seems to be a “disclaimer” What does it mean to trust? How is this verse applicable to Solomon specifically? – Initial request for wisdom – Remember the Queen of Sheba

Proverbs 3:5-6 – Let’s memorize 5 Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. 6 In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.

Proverbs 3:5-6 – Let’s memorize 5 Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. 6 In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.

Proverbs 3:5-6 – Let’s memorize 5 Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. 6 In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.

Proverbs 3:5-6 – Let’s memorize 5 Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. 6 In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.

Proverbs 3:5-6 – Let’s memorize 5 Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. 6 In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.

Time to modernize the Proverbs Each of you will receive about 3 proverbs For your proverb: – Figure out what it means – Create a modern version of it – Try not to make it too similar; it’s for a worksheet tomorrow. For example: Proverbs 23:7 – What does it mean? – Modern version? – “You are what you think”

Proverbs Quiz -Proverbs 2:36Seeking for knowledge is like looking for treasure Proverbs 3:5-6Follow God (and not what knowledge you think you have), and he'll show you what to do Proverbs 4:23Keep things of importance close to your heart Proverbs 6:24-27Don't seek after evil women. Being in a dangerous place will do damage to you Proverbs 6:6-8Your laziness drags down others Proverbs 9:9A wise man knows how to learn Proverbs 11:13Place your trust in those who keep secrets Proverbs 11:22Good girls are pretty

Proverbs Quiz Proverbs 12:4A bad wife will give you bone cancer Proverbs 13:10Pride leads to hate; truth leads to knowledge Proverbs 13:24If a man doesn't punish his children, they will not learn Proverbs 14:12Just because a choice seems right to you doesn't mean it will end well. Proverbs 14:23Only hard work will help you, talking about hard work brings poverty Proverbs 15:01Speak respectfully and receive respect in turn, but speak harshly and you will stir up anger Proverbs 15:16-17The amount of wealth/goods does not always lead to everlasting happiness Proverbs 16:24Sincere compliments are good and uplifting

Proverbs Quiz Proverbs 16:32Tolerance is power Proverbs 17:17Family first; they will support you Proverbs 17:22Being happy will have hope but depression takes it away Proverbs 17:27-28A silent man is a wise man Proverbs 18:24If you show kindness to your friends, they will be with you for life Proverbs 21:17A man that loves the world loves death Proverbs 21:23Speak no evil Proverbs 21:9,19Don't get a bad wife Proverbs 22:6 Teach a child good and when they are an old grandma they will be awesome.

Proverbs Quiz Proverbs 24:10Do not give up in your trials, for if you do, you will only show weakness Proverbs 24:33-34You need to work to get what you want Proverbs 24:6Seek wisdom in good friends Proverbs 25:21-22Be kind and provide to your enemy when they are in need, for it is the Lord's place to judge, not yours. Proverbs 25:28Self-discipline is your protection Proverbs 26:11A criminal always goes back to the scene of the crime Proverbs 29:11Things that are special to you shouldn't always be shared Proverbs 29:15To learn is good, but if you don't learn you'll shame your family

Proverbs Quiz Proverbs 29:18Living the law leads to a happy life Proverbs 29:2This is why it's generally a bad idea to have dictators or tyrants Proverbs 30:8-9I'm content with being middle class Proverbs 31:10-31A woman who works hard should be praised Ecclesiastes 1:18As you get older, you learn about many things. It is easy to be saddened by this knowledge Ecclesiastes 3:1-8There is a time for everything Ecclesiastes 4:13It is better to be young and willing to change, then to be old and already set in one's ways Ecclesiastes 5:12Need help but dragged down Ecclesiastes 9:11 Anyone can win, it's not always the best who do.

Notebook Ideas Take 1 or 2 of the Proverbs you studied today and figure out how you can use it in your own life. What situations would the saying come in handy?