Click Here for ↓ Deeper Context ↓ Proverbs Chapter 31 ESV:The words of King Lemuel. An oracle that his mother taught him:What are you doing, my son? What are you doing, son of my womb? What are you doing, son of my vows?Do not give your strength to women, your ways to those who destroy kings.It is not for kings, O Lemuel, it is not for kings to dri...

Click Here for ↓ Deeper Context ↓ Proverbs Chapter 30:The words of Agur son of Jakeh. The oracle. The man declares, I am weary, O God; I am weary, O God, and worn out.Surely I am too stupid to be a man. I have not the understanding of a man.I have not learned wisdom, nor have I knowledge of the Holy One.Who has ascended to heaven and come down? Who...

Click Here for ↓ Deeper Context ↓ Proverbs Chapter 29 ESV:1 He who is often reproved, yet stiffens his neck, will suddenly be broken beyond healing.2 When the righteous increase, the people rejoice, but when the wicked rule, the people groan.3 He who loves wisdom makes his father glad, but a companion of prostitutes squanders his wealth.4 By justic...

Click Here for ↓ Deeper Context ↓ Proverbs Chapter 28 ESV1 The wicked flee when no one pursues, but the righteous are bold as a lion.2 When a land transgresses, it has many rulers, but with a man of understanding and knowledge, its stability will long continue.3 A poor man who oppresses the poor is a beating rain that leaves no food.4 Those who for...

Click Here for ↓ Deeper Context ↓ Proverbs Chapter 27 ESV:Do not boast about tomorrow, for you do not know what a day may bring.Let another praise you, and not your own mouth; a stranger, and not your own lips.A stone is heavy, and sand is weighty, but a fool's provocation is heavier than both.Wrath is cruel, anger is overwhelming, but who can stan...

Click Here for ↓ Deeper Context ↓ Proverbs Chapter 26 - ESV:1 Like snow in summer or rain in harvest, so honor is not fitting for a fool.2 Like a sparrow in its flitting, like a swallow in its flying, a curse that is causeless does not alight.3 A whip for the horse, a bridle for the donkey, and a rod for the back of fools.4 Answer not a fool accord...

Click Here for ↓ Deeper Context ↓ Proverbs Chapter 25 (ESV)These also are proverbs of Solomon which the men of Hezekiah king of Judah copied.It is the glory of God to conceal things, but the glory of kings is to search things out.As the heavens for height, and the earth for depth, so the heart of kings is unsearchable.Take away the dross from the s...

Click Here for ↓ Deeper Context ↓ Proverbs Chapter 24 in the English Standard Version (ESV):Be not envious of evil men, nor desire to be with them,for their hearts devise violence, and their lips talk of trouble.By wisdom a house is built, and by understanding it is established;by knowledge the rooms are filled with all precious and pleasant riches...

Click Here for ↓ Deeper Context ↓ Proverbs Chapter 23 (ESV): When you sit down to eat with a ruler, observe carefully what is before you,and put a knife to your throat if you are given to appetite.Do not desire his delicacies, for they are deceptive food.Do not toil to acquire wealth; be discerning enough to desist.When your eyes light on...

Bible Verse(s): [Verse(s)] - Click Here to Expand the Verse(s) and Read Along Proverbs Chapter 22 (ESV)A good name is to be chosen rather than great riches, and favor is better than silver or gold.The rich and the poor meet together; the Lord is the Maker of them all.The prudent sees danger and hides himself, but the simple go on and suff...

[ ] Bible Verse(s): [Verse(s)] - Click Here to Expand the Verse(s) and Read Along Proverbs 11:25 ESV: "Whoever brings blessing will be enriched, and one who waters will himself be watered." Theological Quote Charles Spurgeon - A prominent Baptist preacher known for his eloquent sermons and commitment to expository preaching. His view...

Bible Verse(s): [Verse(s)] - Click Here to Expand the Verse(s) and Read Along Proverbs Chapter 21 - ESV 1 The king's heart is a stream of water in the hand of the LORD; he turns it wherever he will.2 Every way of a man is right in his own eyes, but the LORD weighs the heart.3 To do righteousness and justice is more acceptable to the LORD ...

Bible Verse(s): Proverbs Chapter 20 (ESV) - Click Here to Expand the Verse(s) and Read Along Proverbs Chapter 20 (ESV) Wine is a mocker, strong drink a brawler, and whoever is led astray by it is not wise.The terror of a king is like the growling of a lion; whoever provokes him to anger forfeits his life.It is an honor for a man to keep a...

Bible Verse(s): Proverbs Chapter 19 (ESV) - Click Here to Expand the Verse(s) and Read Along Proverbs Chapter 19 (ESV) 1 Better is a poor person who walks in his integrity than one who is crooked in speech and is a fool.2 Desire without knowledge is not good, and whoever makes haste with his feet misses his way.3 When a man's folly b...

Bible Verse(s): [Verse(s)] - Click Here to Expand the Verse(s) and Read Along Proverbs 18 (ESV)1 Whoever isolates himself seeks his own desire; he breaks out against all sound judgment.  2 A fool takes no pleasure in understanding, but only in expressing his opinion.  3 When wickedness comes, contempt comes also, and with dishon...

Bible Verse(s): Proverbs 22:4 - Click Here to Expand the Verse(s) and Read Along "The reward for humility and fear of the LORD is riches and honor and life."Proverbs 22:4 Theological Quote "True humility aligns a man with God, paving the way for His abundant blessings—earthly or eternal."—Charles SpurgeonSpurgeon, often referred to a...

Bible Verse(s): [Verse(s)] - Click Here to Expand the Verse(s) and Read Along Proverbs 17 (ESV) Better is a dry morsel with quiet than a house full of feasting with strife.A servant who deals wisely will rule over a son who acts shamefully and will share the inheritance as one of the brothers.The crucible is for silver, and the furnace is...

Bible Verse(s): [Verse(s)] - Click Here to Expand the Verse(s) and Read Along Proverbs Chapter 16 (ESV) 1 The plans of the heart belong to man, but the answer of the tongue is from the Lord.2 All the ways of a man are pure in his own eyes, but the Lord weighs the spirit.3 Commit your work to the Lord, and your plans will be established.4 ...

Bible Verse(s): [Verse(s)] - Click Here to Expand the Verse(s) and Read Along Proverbs Chapter 15(English Standard Version - ESV)(Full Chapter) A soft answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.The tongue of the wise commends knowledge, but the mouths of fools pour out folly.The eyes of the Lord are in every place, keeping w...

Bible Verse(s): [Verse(s)] - Click Here to Expand the Verse(s) and Read Along Proverbs Chapter 14 (ESV) The wisest of women builds her house, but folly with her own hands tears it down.Whoever walks in uprightness fears the Lord, but he who is devious in his ways despises him.By the mouth of a fool comes a rod for his back, but the lips o...