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How blessed is the man who finds wisdom,

And the man who gains understanding.
Proverbs 3:13

PROVERBS
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Proverbs Overview
Purpose of Proverbs Proverbs Proverbs of Words Words
Proverbs to Youth of Solomon Solomon of Agur of Lemuel
1:1-7 1:8-9:18 10:1-24:34 (Hezekiah) 30:1-30:33 31:1-31:31
25:1-29:27
Father's First Collection Second Collection Numerical Wisdom Virtuous
Exhortations of Solomon of Solomon Proverbs for Wife
Leaders 31:10-31
31:1-9
Title: Precepts Proverbs of Proverbs Copied Proverbs Proverbs Capable
Proverbs 1:1 of Wisdom Solomon by Hezekiah's of Agur of Lemuel Wife
Men 31:1-9 31:10-31
Theme: Wisdom for Proverbs for Personal Notes from
Proverbs 1:7 Young Men Everyone Agur & Lemuel
Prologue Principles of Wisdom Epilogue
Commend Counsel Comparisons
Wisdom of Wisdom of Wisdom

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The book of Proverbs by Waltke, Bruce

Cyril Barber - Within these covers readers are treated to an exposition that lays bare a lifetime of scholarship.
Waltke elucidates the structure, authorship, and theology of the book of Proverbs, giving prominence to the
contribution of exegesis to exposition. He then carefully applies the teaching of each verse and section to the
life of the believer. This is a work that Bible students will treasure!

The wisdom of Proverbs, Job, and Ecclesiastes : an introduction to wisdom literature by Kidner, Derek (1985) 180 pages 70 ratings

James Rosscup - An introduction to wisdom writings, touching on themes, and treating readers to recent
thought on wisdom literature. He looks at the biblical material alongside apocryphal wisdom sources and
parallels in ancient Near Eastern works. He often helps on proverbs that seem to clash, and has insights on
how to view the ones that generalize and do not work in some cases. Chapters of this evangelical effort deal
with Old Testament wisdom literature, Proverbs, Job, Ecclesiastes, recent thought and evaluation of higher
critical studies, and the correlation of Proverbs, Job and Ecclesiastes in certain ways. Three appendices treat
each Old Testament wisdom writing in relation to Near Eastern works. Kidner also shows comparisons and
differences between Ecclesiasticus, Wisdom of Solomon and the Old Testament books. Cf. Bullock under Job
 for another outstanding study of the Old Testament poetic literature.

Cornerstone Biblical Commentary - Psalms, Proverbs Read some of the 13 ratings

Proverbs : Wisdom for Everyday Life by Kaiser, Walter C

Learning from the Sages. Baker, 1995.Zuck, Roy B.

Part 1 - Overview and Themes in the Book of Proverbs (10 chapters - e.g., "The Vocabulary of Wealth and
Poverty in the Book of Proverbs Pr 10:1-22:16 and Pr 25-29 by Whybray, Guidelines for Understanding and
Proclaiming the Book of Proverbs - 20 pages by Greg W Parsons) Part 2 - Exposition of Specific Passages in
the Book of Proverbs - 21 chapters) 449 pages (1995)

Proverbs : God's guide for life's choices by Kroll, Woodrow Michael

The ABC's of wisdom : building character with Solomon by Pritchard, Ray

Windows of Wisdom : Devotional Studies in Proverbs by Olford, Stephen

Be Skillful : God's Guidebook to Wise Living : OT Commentary : Proverbs by Wiersbe, Warren W

James Rosscup - The “Be” series deals with Prov. 1–9, giving frequent illustrations and terse Wiersbe maxims,
in chapters contrasting wisdom/folly, wealth/poverty, also dealing with speech, righteousness, guidance,
besetting sins such as disrespect, greed, pride, etc. Preachers, students, and lay users will gain some
enrichment.

Bible Exposition Commentary - Old Testament - scroll to page 1054

With the Word - Devotional Commentary - Warren Wiersbe - 428 ratings

Wiersbe's Expository Outlines on the Old Testament by Wiersbe, Warren W 113 ratings

"Even the most difficult Scriptures come alive as Warren Wiersbe leads you book-by-book
through the Old Testament and helps you to see the "big picture" of God's revelation. In
this unique volume, you will find: • Introductions and/or outlines for every Old Testament
book • Practical expositions of strategic chapters • Special studies on key topics, relating
the Old Testament to the New Testament • Easy-to-understand expositions that
are practical, preachable, and teachable If you have used Dr. Wiersbe's
popular BE series, you know how simple and practical his Bible studies are, with outlines
that almost teach themselves. If not, you can now discover a wonderful new resource.
This work is a unique commentary on every book of the Old Testament. It contains new
material not to be found in the BE series.

The Communicator's Commentary. Proverbs by Hubbard, David Allan (Now published as Preacher's Commentary)

Proverbs by Aitken, Kenneth T

James Rosscup - Within these covers readers are treated to an exposition that lays bare a lifetime of
scholarship. Waltke elucidates the structure, authorship, and theology of the book of Proverbs, giving
prominence to the contribution of exegesis to exposition. He then carefully applies the teaching of each verse
and section to the life of the believer. This is a work that Bible students will treasure!

Proverbs : from Biblical Text-- to Contemporary Life by Koptak, Paul E.,

Selected Studies from Proverbs by Swindoll, Charles

Thru the Bible with J. Vernon McGee - Proverbs - Malachi Proverbs by McGee, J. Vernon

Proverbs : a Commentary on an Ancient book of Timeless Advice by Alden, Robert L

Living Wisely in a Foolish World - PROVERBS - by House, H. Wayne

Walking in Wisdom : Studying the Proverbs of Solomon by Mouser, William

Proverbs : Learning to Live Wisely : 10 studies for individuals or groupsby Mouser, William

Cyril Barber - "Here is a highly recommended book-a gold-miner's manual for all who want to become
spiritually wealthy" (Roy B. Zuck).
 James Rosscup - A fairly lucid book that can prime the thought and set it running in productive paths as one
prepares a message, or as any Christian seeks help from wise counsel.

Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, Song of songs by Garrett, Duane

Proverbs by Garrett, Duane - Briefer than above, but with hints for preaching and teaching

Cyril Barber - Works on the Bible’s wisdom literature is growing, and this volume deserves special
consideration as an outstanding, detailed exposition of these three canonical books. Conservative in theology
and thorough in scope, Garrett interacts with the different approaches to these books, comments on each
verse, and treats technical matters in footnotes. The contents is readable and will be particularly apropos to
pastors, Bible class teachers, and lay people desiring to study these seldom read portions of God’s Word.

James Rosscup - A Professor of OT at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary did this evangelical survey. It
gives 252 pp. to Prov., 253–345 to Eccles., and 347–432 to the Song. Garrett opts for Solomonic authorship of
much in Prov., of Eccles., and of the Song. He sees the Song as fitting the last of 7 views he surveys, that of a
love song, not on historical events, the “Solomon” being a poetic symbol for the splendor of the bridegroom
(365). This will not commend itself to all as being necessary. He sees Eccles. as teaching readers to realize
they are mortals who must put away illusions of self-importance, face death and life firmly, accept with humility
their human limitations, rely on God, enjoy life as His gift, and revere Him (278). He explains some proverbs,
skips some in generalizing summaries of several. But he brings well-informed perceptions to supply the main
ideas, often syntheses, but often as well details on salient points in verses. Overall the work gives frequent
and valuable helps, and is usable for scholars, pastoral workers, church teachers, students, and Christians in
devotional times.

Proverbs and Ecclesiastes; introduction and commentary by Jones, Edgar,

The Practical Wisdom of Proverbs by Goldberg, Louis, Proverbs 1-9

Cyril Barber - Provides a commentary on chapters 1—9 with subsequent chapters devoted to “God and Man,”
“The Believer and His Emotions,” etc. As Joseph M. Stowell points out in his Foreword, ‘There is a core of
common-sense principles that keeps us safe and sane in the challenging enterprise of life itself,” and these
principles are explained by Goldberg in his book. Stowell continues, “After studying Proverbs through the lens
of this book, your heart will be equipped to live wisely to the glory of God.”

The Bible Commentary : Proverbs-Ezekiel abridged and edited by J M Fuller

How to Read Proverbs by Longman, Tremper

New Bible Commentary - J A Motyer authored Psalms. (1994) See user reviews

Proverbs : a Self-study Guide by Jensen, Irving

James Rosscup - (This note is on his commentary not the self-study guide above) In the Everyman’s Bible
Commentary series, this is a 116-page simple layman’s help geared to provoke application to life. Several
charts and a detailed outline printed at the outset and followed in the sweeping survey help in this. Of course
many verses are passed over, but the survey draws many things together in perspective and can be a catalyst
used along with more detailed works in preparation to preach or teach or just to enjoy a brief sketch that can
refresh.

Understanding the Old Testament Proverbs, Isaiah, Jeremiah by Scripture Union

Wycliffe Bible Commentary - Charles Pfeiffer - 1560 pages (1962). Less detailed than the KJV Bible Commentary below.

Harris, R. Laird. “Proverbs,” in Wycliffe Bible Commentary - A competent, well-studied and often contributing
treatment by a top Old Testament conservative scholar. One of the best brief commentaries, offering
considerable insight.

Bible Knowledge Commentary - Old Testament - 1608 pages. Dallas Theological Seminary Faculty - Proverbs by Sid Buzzell

James Rosscup - A former teacher at the Dallas Theological Seminary has done this concise, clear, adept
work. He shows a fine grasp of Hebrew exegesis and word meaning, use of context where it is pertinent,
parallelism, customs, etc. The pastor, other church worker or layperson who uses this for preparation to speak
or to live in God’s values will benefit much.
Wise Words : Family Stories that bring the Proverbs to life by Leithart, Peter J

The Complete Guide to the Book of Proverbs by Jones, Cody L.

James Rosscup - Jones uses 566 large pp. to compile brief (a paragraph or page) synopses of what selected
proverbs convey on dozens of topics. Some themes are: wisdom, kindness, violence, watching the heart,
smooth talk, wrongs to shun, drinking from one’s own well, etc. Often, entries reflect on customs (as
substances for eye make-up, 6:25b, p. 59). One section gives six popular translations in six parallel cols.
(328–545), another prints NT references to Proverbs. An index helps users find topics. As is clear, the work is
not a complete guide but a partial one.

Proverbs and Ecclesiastes; introduction and commentary by Jones, Edgar,

James Rosscup - The Professor of Hebrew and Old Testament at the Northern Congregational College,
Manchester, England did this. He feels that some parts of Proverbs linked with Solomon’s name may be due to
Solomon, but the majority of the material comes from later times (8th to 3rd centuries). In his theorizing
Solomon did not write Ecclesiastes; rather more than one teacher in the wisdom school wrote parts of the
book, taking the pseudonym of Solomon ca. 250 B. C. Verse by verse this is usually a fair, though quite
concise commentary touching on some of the most crucial aspects and based on use of modern critical
scholarship on the liberal side. The brevity results in passing over many verses with generalized comments too
sparse to be of serious help (cf. Prov. 3:5, 6; 22:6). His lists of sources do not reflect use of evangelical works
available when he wrote.

Queen of Hearts : the Role of Today's Woman, Based on Proverbs 31 by Briscoe, Jill

Cyril Barber - Delightful devotional messages. It is hard to imagine anyone's not being blessed by what Mrs.
Briscoe relates

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( 1 ) KJV Bible Commentary - Hindson, Edward E; Kroll, Woodrow Michael. Over 3000 pages of the entire OT/NT. Well done
conservative commentary that interprets Scripture from a literal perspective. Pre-millennial. User reviews - it generally gets 4/5 stars
from users. - 372 ratings

Very well done conservative commentary that interprets Scripture from a literal perspective user reviews

The King James Version Bible Commentary is a complete verse-by-verse commentary. It is comprehensive in
scope, reliable in scholarship, and easy to use. Its authors are leading evangelical theologians who provide
practical truths and biblical principles. Any Bible student will gain new insights through this one-volume
commentary based on the timeless King James Version of the Bible.

(2) The King James Study Bible Second Edition 2240 pages (2013) (Thomas Nelson) General Editor - Edward Hindson with multiple
contributing editors. . 3,194 ratings. Pre-millennial. See introduction on How to Use this Study Bible.

(3) NKJV Study Bible: New King James Version Study Bible (formerly "The Nelson Study Bible - NKJV") by Earl D Radmacher;
Ronald Barclay Allen; Wayne H House. 2345 pages. (1997, 2007). Very helpful notes. Conservative. Pre-millennial. 917 ratings

Believer's Bible Commentary - OT and NT - MacDonald, William (1995) 2480 pages. Conservative. Literal. Often has very insightful
comments. John MacArthur, says "Concise yet comprehensive - the most complete single-volume commentary I have seen." Warren
Wiersbe adds "For the student who is serious about seeing Christ in the Word." One hour limit.

Rosscup - This work, originally issued in 1983, is conservative and premillennial, written to help teachers,
preachers and people in every walk of life with different views, explanation and application. The 2-column
format runs verse by verse for the most part, usually in a helpfully knowledgeable manner, and there are
several special sections such as “Prayer” in Acts and “Legalism” in Galatians. The premillennial view is evident
on Acts 1:6, 3:20, Romans 11:26, Galatians 6:16, Revelation 20, etc.

Evangelical Commentary on the Bible - editor Walter Elwell (1989) 1239 pages. User reviews.

HCSB Study Bible : Holman Christian Standard Bible - General Editor Jeremy Royal Howard (2010) 2360 pages. Conservative.
Good notes. Include Holmans excellent maps. One hour limit
Life Application Study Bible: Old Testament and New Testament: New Living Translation. Has some very helpful notes especially
with application of texts. 4,445 ratings One hour limit

The MacArthur Study Bible - John MacArthur. Brief but well done notes for conservative, literal perspective. 1,275 ratings

ESV Study Bible - Excellent resource but not always literal in eschatology and the nation of Israel 6,004 ratings

Ryrie Study Bible Expanded Edition (1994) 2232 pages

The David Jeremiah Study Bible - (2013) 2208 pages. 2,272 ratings Logos.com - "Drawing on more than 40 years of study, Dr.
David Jeremiah has compiled a legacy resource that will make an eternal impact on generations to come. 8,000 study notes.
Hundreds of enriching word studies"50+ Essentials of the Christian Faith" articles."

The Experiencing God Study Bible: the Bible for knowing and doing the will of God - Blackaby, Henry (1996) 1968 pages - CHECK
THIS ONE! Each chapter begins with several questions under the title "PREPARE TO MEET GOD." Then you will interesting
symbols before many of the passages. The chapter ends with a "DID YOU NOTICE?" question. This might make a "dry chapter"
jump off the page! Read some of the 48 ratings

The Defender's Study Bible : King James Version by Morris, Henry M. Excellent notes by well known creationist. 45 ratings

Zondervan NIV Study Bible - (2011) 2570 pages - Use this one if available as it has more notes than edition below. One hour limit

NIV Study Bible by Barker, Kenneth L; Burdick, Donald W (1995) 2250 pages. This is the first edition. This
resource has been fully revised in 2020. One hour limit

NLT Study Bible (Illustration Version)

Disciple's Study Bible: New international version 54 ratings Not that helpful for verse by verse study. Focuses on application of
Christian doctrines. 10,000 annotations; doctrinal summaries, "Life Helps" section relate doctrine to everyday discipleship.

The Living Insights Study Bible : New International Version - Charles Swindoll. Notes are good but somewhat sparse and not verse
by verse.

The Apologetics Study Bible Understand Why You Believe by Norman Geisler

NIV Cultural Backgrounds Study Bible. Bringing to Life the Ancient World of Scripture Keener, Craig and Walton, John. Editors
(2017)

The Holman Illustrated Study Bible 120 ratings Includes the excellent Holman maps but otherwise of little help in serious study.

Halley's Bible Handbook Henry H. Halley - (2000) 2720 pages (much larger than original edition in 1965 and no time limit on use).
(Halley's Bible handbook : an abbreviated Bible commentary - one hour limit 1965 872 pages)

Rosscup - A much-used older evangelical handbook bringing together a brief commentary on Bible books,
some key archaeological findings, historical background, maps, quotes, etc. It is helpful to a lay Bible teacher,
Sunday School leader, or pastor looking for quick, pertinent information on a Bible book. This is the 72nd
printing somewhat revised. Halley packed in much information. Unger’s is better overall, but that is not to say
that Halley’s will not provide much help on basic information.

The Shaw Pocket Bible Handbook - Editor - Walter Elwell (1984) 408 pages.

"This hardback is small in size but packed full of content: Brief summaries of every book of the bible, cultural,
archaeological and historical info, word definitions, pictures, maps and charts." Worth checking!

PAUL APPLE

The Book of Proverbs

CHARLES BRIDGES

A Commentary on Proverb 200+ page book (Proverbs 6)

RICH CATHERS
 Proverbs 4-6; Proverbs 7-9

ADAM CLARKE

Proverbs 5 ; Proverbs 6 ; Proverbs 7

STEVEN COLE

Proverbs 5-7: Winning the War Against Lust - Recommended

THOMAS CONSTABLE

Proverbs Expository Notes

BOB DEFFINBAUGH

Proverbs 7-9 The Two Women: Madam Folly and Dame Wisdom
Proverbs 7:1-27 The Seduction of Sir Simple

JOHN GILL

Proverbs 5; Proverbs 6; Proverbs 7

MATTHEW HENRY

Proverbs 5; Proverbs 6 ;Proverbs 7

ILLUSTRATIONS

Proverbs 5 Illustrations; Proverbs 6 Illustrations; Proverbs 7 Illustrations

JAMIESON, F & B

Proverbs 5 ; Proverbs 6 ; Proverbs 7

J VERNON MCGEE

Proverbs 5:1-14; Pr 5:15-20; Pr 5:21-23 Audio Only

Proverbs 6:16-23; Pr 6:24-26; Pr 6:27-35 Audio Only
Proverbs 7:1-23; Pr 7:24-27 Audio Only

ALEXANDER MACLAREN

Proverbs 5:22 The Cords of Sin

MIDDLETOWN BIBLE

Love or Lust? (Part 1)

Love or Lust? (Part 2)

ROB MORGAN

Proverbs 7: Staying Moral in an Immoral World

TIMOTHY PECK

Proverbs 5:1-23: Wise Up About Sex

JOHN PIPER

A N T H E M Strategies for Fighting Lust

Battling the Unbelief of Lust or Audio - Recommended
How Dead People do Battle with Sin
Strategies for Fighting Sexual Sin
The Enthronement of Desire
Avoiding Sexual Sin, Part 1; Avoiding Sexual Sin, Part 2
Satan Uses Sexual Desire
Missions and Masturbation
Avoiding Sexual Sin
How to Deal with the Guilt of Sexual Failure for the Glory of Christ
Sex and the Supremacy of Christ, Part 1 or Part 2
Online Book - Sex and the Supremacy of Christ

RAY PRITCHARD

Proverbs 5: Purity: Staying Clean In A Dirty World

J C RYLE

Thoughts For Young Men - Booklet - Recommended

C I SCOFIELD

Proverbs 5 ; Proverbs7

KEITH SIMONS

Proverbs 5 ; Proverbs 6 ; Proverbs 7

C H SPURGEON

Proverbs 5:22 Sinners Bound with the Cords of Sin

Proverbs 6:20-23 An Appeal to Children of Godly Parents
Proverbs 6:22 The Talking Book

VERSE BY VERSE

Proverbs 5:1-14 Proverbs 5:15-23

BRUCE WALTKE

Proverbs 6:20-35, Proverbs 7: The Folly of Adultery Audio Only

Proverbs 5 rm-16 rm-8 mp3-16 mp3-8
Proverbs 6 rm-16 rm-8 mp3-16 mp3-8
Proverbs 7 rm-16 rm-8 mp3-16 mp3-8

DANIEL WHEDON

Proverbs 6 Commentary

STEVE ZEISLER

Proverbs 5:1-14, 7:1-27 Resisting Seduction

Proverbs 5:15-23, 31:10-11,28-31 Husbands & Wives
Proverbs 5: Love, Marriage, and Ecstasy
STEVE ZEISLER

Proverbs 7: Remarkable Discovery! Sexual Sin Destroys Life!