January 2026
This article considers nine things we need to remember when reading and studying the Bible generally before turning to the Book of Proverbs specifically. We ask: “What is the Book of Proverbs?” “What is the nature of the wisdom it contains?” and “What are the areas of life in which wisdom is to operate?” We note also that Biblical wisdom very much involves making right choices. Finally, we see that Christ is the glorious fulfilment of wisdom and that the Gospel of Jesus Christ, which appears foolish to many, is in fact the power and wisdom of God. In a world of multiple choices, of many ‘clever’ people and much ‘intelligence’ that is artificial and error-strewn, this is a timely reminder that “the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding” (Proverbs 9:10).
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