WISDOM IS THE PRINCIPAL THING

Proverbs
Bible Study Workbook
Chapter 1-31 Worksheets
140 Pages

SPIRITUAL GROWTH BIBLE STUDIES

 PROVERBS

INTRODUCTION

"Wisdom is the principal thing; therefore get wisdom: and with all thy​ getting
get understanding." Proverbs 4:7 (King James Version)

Who is the author of Proverbs?

Solomon the son of David, king of Israel mainly wrote Proverbs: (Proverbs 1:1)

Why was the book of Proverbs written?

"That people may know skillful and godly Wisdom and instruction, discern and
comprehend the words of understanding and insight. Receive instruction in wise dealing
and the discipline of wise thoughtfulness, righteousness, justice, and integrity. That
prudence may be given to the simple, and knowledge, discretion, and discernment to
the youth." (Proverbs 1:1-4) (Amplified)

Recommendation:

● Pray before every Bible study session: ​Ask God to give you wisdom and
understanding of His word so you can apply the wisdom of God in your life.
● Read a Chapter of Proverbs and memorize the assigned verse.
● These worksheets are for all ages.​ They can be used by Homeschoolers, All
Bible study groups, Sunday school Bible study and for individual Bible study.
● Our aim:​ Is to encourage spiritual growth through daily and consistent Bible
study. If you want to increase and grow in the wisdom of God, the book of
Proverbs will help you accomplish that.
● Bible version:​ I mainly use the ​King James Version​ and the ​Amplified
Version​ of the Bible. However, you can use the version of your choice.

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 Proverbs Chapter 1 Worksheet
Memory Verse: “The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge: but fools
despise wisdom and instruction” Proverbs 1:7 (KJV)

1. Who wrote Proverbs? (v.1)

2. Who is Solomon’s father? (v.1)

3. List the reasons why Proverbs was written? (v. 2-3)

4. According to verse 5, what causes a wise man to increase in learning?

5. What is the beginning of knowledge? (v.7)

6. According to verse 7, what do fools despise?

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 7. What instruction is given in verse 8?

8. What is the result of taking heed to the instruction in verse 8?

9. According to verses 10-15, how will sinners or those who do not know
God entice you to do? How are you told to respond?

10. What does wisdom do? (vv. 20-21)

11.

What does Proverbs 1:22 say about

the….
Simple

Scorners

Fools

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12. What does God promise to do if they listen to His instruction? (v. 23)

13. What will happen to those who refuse God’s instruction?

14. What will happen to the one who hears and do what God has instructed?
(v.33)

Definitions:
 Wisdom: (Amplified) “comprehensive insight into the ways and
purposes of God.” (Proverbs 4:11)
 Fools: They despise the wisdom of God and His instructions. (Proverbs
1:7); (Proverbs 1:22)
 Simple: A person who does not know much. This person is naïve and
can be easily influenced. Proverbs 1:4
 Scorner/mocker/scoffer: “In scripture, is one who scoffs at religion,
its ordinances and teachers, and who makes a mock of sin and the
judgments and threatenings of God against sinners.” (Noah Webster’s
1828 Dictionary) (Proverbs 1:22)

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 Proverbs Chapter 2 Worksheet
Memory Verse: “When wisdom entereth into thine heart, and
knowledge is pleasant to unto thine soul; Discretion shall preserve
thee, understanding shall keep thee." (Proverbs 2:10-11)

1. What does the “if” statement in verse 1 say to us?

2. If we do what verse 1 says, what will we be able to do as a result?

3. What does the “if” statement in verse 3 say to us?

4. What does the person who sincerely wants wisdom do? (2:4)

5. What would be the result of searching for wisdom? (2:5)

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6. Who is the source of wisdom? (2:6)

7. What does God do for those who seek the wisdom of God? (2:7,8)

8. What will we have the understanding of when we seek after wisdom?

(2:9)

9. How will we benefit from wisdom entering into our hearts and when the
knowledge of God is pleasant to our soul? (v.11)

10. What will wisdom/discretion protect you from?

11. What kind of woman does wisdom deliver us from? (2:16)

12. What kind of words does this woman speak? (2:16)

13. What are this woman’s actions? (2:17)

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 14. Where does her way of life leads to? (2:18)

15. What happens to those who choose to go with her? (2:19)

16. Why is it important for us to keep the way of good men and to keep the
paths of the righteous? (2:21)

17. What will happen to the wicked? (2:22)

Definitions:

 Discretion: Prudence, or knowledge and prudence; that discernment which

enables a person to judge critically of what is correct and proper, united with
caution; (Proverbs 2:11)
 Knowledge: Is referring to the knowledge of God. God has perfect
knowledge of all His works. (Proverbs 2:10)

 Knowledge and Understanding: Refers to having the understanding of

how to apply the knowledge or the wisdom of God in your life. (Proverbs
2:2,3,5,10
 Wicked: Evil in principle or practice; deviating from the divine law; In
Scripture, persons who live in sin; transgressors of the divine law; all who
are unreconciled to God, unsanctified or impenitent. (Proverbs 2:22)

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 Proverbs Chapter 3 Worksheet

Memory Verse: “Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not
unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and
he shall direct thy paths" (Proverbs 3:5-6)

1. What are we commanded not to do in verse 1? What are we told to do?

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2. What would result from keeping the command in verse 1?

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3. What qualities should we hold on to according to verse 3?

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4. According to verse 4, what are the benefits of holding onto the qualities mentioned in
verse 3?
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5. Briefly write what verses 5 and 6 say you should do?

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6. What should we fear and depart from according to verse 7? What does verse 8 say is
the benefit of obeying the command in verse 7?
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7. According to verse 9, how are we to honor the LORD? What does this mean to you?
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8. What does verse 10 promise will be the result showing God honor?
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9. Write down verse 11. What does verse 12 say to you?

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10. According to verse 13, what man is sincerely happy?

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11. Write down what verses 14 - 18 say about wisdom?

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12. According to verses 19 - 20, what did The LORD do with wisdom and knowledge?
Can you apply the wisdom of God in your life, which is His word, to change your life? If
so, how would you do it?
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13. Write Hebrews 11:3? Does this scripture encourage you to frame your world, i.e.
home, life, marriage, family, etc. with the word of God? Here is a link to Create the life
you want with your tongue:
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14. What are we encouraged to keep in verse 21?

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15. What are the benefits of applying wisdom and discretion in your life? Verses 22 -
26?
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16. What is the good thing we need to practice? Verse 27

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17. How are we to treat our neighbor? Verses 28 - 29

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18. What are we commanded not to do in verse 30?

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19. According to verses 31 - 33, whom should we not envy and why?
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20. How does God treat scorners in verse 34? To whom does The LORD give grace to?
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21. What shall the wise inherit in verse 35?

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22. According to verse 35, what will be the promotion of fools?

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Definitions:

● Wisdom​: (Amplified) “comprehensive insight into the ways and

purposes of God.” (Proverbs 4:11)
● Fools​: They despise the wisdom of God and His instructions. (Proverbs
1:7); (Proverbs 1:22)
● Simple​:​ A person who does not know much. This person is naïve and
can be easily influenced. Proverbs 1:4
● Scorner/mocker/scoffer​: “In scripture, is one who scoffs at religion,
its ordinances and teachers, and who makes a mock of sin and the
judgments and threatenings of God against sinners.” (Noah Webster’s
1828 Dictionary) (Proverbs 1:22)
● Discretion:​ Prudence, or knowledge and prudence; that discernment
which enables a person to judge critically of what is correct and
proper, united with caution; (Proverbs 2:11)
● Knowledge:​ Is referring to the knowledge of God. God has perfect
knowledge of all His works. (Proverbs 2:10,)
● Knowledge and Understanding:​ Refers to understanding how to
apply the knowledge or the wisdom of God in your life. (Proverbs
2:2,3,5,10)
● Wicked:​ Evil in principle or practice; deviating from the divine law; In
Scripture, persons who live in sin; transgressors of the divine law; all
who are un-reconciled to God, unsanctified or impenitent. (Proverbs
2:22)

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 Proverbs Chapter 4 Worksheet
Memory Verse: “My son, attend to my words: incline thine ear unto
my sayings. Let them not depart from thine eyes; keep them in the
midst of thine heart. For they are life unto those that find them, and
health to all their flesh" (Proverbs 4:20-22), KJV.

Read Proverbs chapter 4 and answer the following questions:

1. Why does the father urge his children not to forsake his word/law in
verse 2?
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2. What 2 things did the father teach his son in verse 4?

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3. What 2 things does verse 5 tell us to get?

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​4. Read verse 4:5-9 and fill out this table...
Do what wisdom says... What are the benefits of wisdom?
Do not forsake wisdom v.6 She will preserve you
Love wisdom v.6 She will keep you

5.​ ​According to verse 10, what is the benefit of receiving wisdom?

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6. According to verse 13, what is the benefit of keeping God’s instruction?

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7. What does verse 14-17 say about the path of the wicked and their way
Of life?
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8. How does verse 18 describe the path of the just/righteous?

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9. What does verses 4:20-22 urge us to do about God’s word?
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10. According to verse 23, why should we keep our hearts with all
Diligence?
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11. What does verse 24 say about our speech?

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12. What must we do to stay in the right path according to verses 25-27?
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Definitions:
● Discretion:​ Prudence, or knowledge and prudence; that
discernment which enables a person to judge critically of
what is correct and proper, united with caution; (Proverbs
2:11)
● Knowledge:​ Is referring to the knowledge of God. God has
perfect knowledge of all His works. (Proverbs 2:10,)
● Knowledge and Understanding:​ Refers to having the
understanding of how to apply the knowledge or the wisdom
of God in your life. (Proverbs 2:2,3,5,10)
● Wicked:​ Evil in principle or practice; deviating from the
divine law; In Scripture, persons who live in sin;
transgressors of the divine law; all who are unreconciled to
God, unsanctified or impenitent. (Proverbs 2:22)
● Wisdom​: (Amplified) “comprehensive insight into the ways
and purposes of God.” (Proverbs 4:11)

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 Proverbs Chapter 5 Worksheet
Memory Verse: “My son, attend unto my wisdom, and bow thine ear to
my understanding: That thou mayest regard discretion, and that thy
lips may keep knowledge " (Proverbs 5:1- 2), KJV.

Main theme: How to avoid the sin of adultery

Read Proverbs Chapter 5 and answer the following questions:

1. What is the instruction given in verse 1, and what is the benefit of

obeying the instruction?
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2. Describe the warning given about the strange woman in verse 2; and
how do you interpret the warning?
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3. What is the end result of this strange woman? Verse 4
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4. Where do her feet and steps lead to? Verse 5
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5. What does verse 6 say about the ways of a strange woman?
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6. Read verse 7 three times and write it down.

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7. What does verse 8 say to avoid this strange woman?
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8. Read Proverbs 5:9 and write what you believe it is saying.
​ ew International Version (NIV)
Proverbs 5:9 ​ N
“lest you lose your honor to others and your dignity to one who is cruel.”

Proverbs 5:9 New Living Translation (NLT)

“​
If you do, you will lose your honor

​and will lose to merciless people all you have achieved.”

Proverbs 5:9 Amplified Bible Classic Edition (AMPC)

“​
Lest you give your honor to others and your years to those without mercy,”

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9. What would happen to the man’s wealth and labour for being with an
immoral woman? Verse 10. Give examples.
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10. What would happen to the man’s health who has a relationship
with an immoral woman? Verse 11
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11. How does the son express regret for not following wisdoms’
instructions? Verses 12-13
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12. What advice do verses 15-19 provide to a married man about
showing value to his wife?
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 13. What would help a man avoid adultery according to verse 18-19?
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14. Why is it important to live a moral life according to verse 21?
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15. How do verses 22-23 further describe the consequences of
immorality?
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Definitions:

● Discretion:​ Prudence, or knowledge and prudence; that discernment

which enables a person to judge critically of what is correct and
proper, united with caution; (Proverbs 2:11)
● Knowledge:​ Is referring to the knowledge of God. God has perfect
knowledge of all His works. (Proverbs 2:10,)
● Knowledge and Understanding:​ Refers to understanding how to
apply the knowledge or the wisdom of God in your life. (Proverbs
2:2,3,5,10)
● Wicked:​ Evil in principle or practice; deviating from the divine law; In
Scripture, persons who live in sin; transgressors of the divine law; all
who are unreconciled to God, unsanctified or impenitent. (Proverbs
2:22)
● Honor:​ Reputation; good name; dignity; respect.

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 Proverbs Chapter 6

Memory Verse: "My son, keep thy father's commandment, and forsake not the
law of thy mother: Bind them continually upon thine heart, and tie them about
thy neck. When thou sleepest, it shall keep thee; and when thou awakest, it shall
talk with thee.

1. What is the definition of surety?

2. What does verse 2 says to someone who is surety?

3. What could be the challenges caused by agreeing to be surety for your friend or
others? Give an example.

4. What does Solomon suggests to the one who agreed to be surety? 6:3-5

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5. What is the definition of sluggard?

6. What life lessons does a sluggard need to learn from an ant? 6:6-8

7. What would a lazy person rather do? What are the consequences of his/her
choice? 6:9-11

8. What does verses 6:12-15 say about a wicked man's character and the consequences
of his behavior?

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 9. List the 7 things that are an abomination to the LORD. Verses 6:16 -19

1.

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5.

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7.

10. What does Solomon admonish the son to in 6:20 regarding his parents?

11. What is the son to do with his parents' instructions? 6:21

12. How do the parents' instructions benefit the children? 6:22-24

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13. According to 6:24-25, how does an evil woman seduce a man?

14. What are the consequences of adultery according to 6:26

15. How is adultery destructive to a man's life according to 6:27-29?

16. What does Solomon say about a thief, and what will happen to him when he is caught?
6:30-31

17. According to 6:32-33, what is the mental state of a man committing adultery and
what are the consequences of committing adultery?

18. How will the man whose wife committed adultery with another man react? 6:34-35

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 THANK YOU

It is my prayer that this Bible study has helped you to understand

and apply the wisdom of God in your life.
We encourage you to stay consistent and experience growth in
the wisdom of God.

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 Proverbs Chapter 7

Theme: A warning to a young man about an immoral woman

Memory verse:​ “My son, keep my words, and lay up my commandments with thee.
Keep my commandments, and live; and my law as the apple of thine eye. Bind them
upon thy fingers, write them upon the table of thine heart.” (Proverbs 7:1-3)

Please read Proverbs chapter 7 and answer the following questions:

1. What instructions does Solomon give to his son about his teachings? Verses 1-3
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2. How does Solomon tell his son to refer to wisdom and understanding? Verse 4
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3. Why did Solomon tell his son to treat wisdom like a sister and understanding like a
relative?
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4. What will wisdom and understanding protect his son from? verse 5
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5. How does Solomon describe the young man seeking the immoral woman’s attention?
And what time was he seeking her attention? Verses 7-9
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6. How does Solomon describe this woman in verses 10-11?

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7. Where was this woman waiting for men who would succumb to her seduction? Verse
12
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8. What did she do to the young man? Verse 13

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9. What did the strange woman say to the young man? Verses 14-18
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10. What does she say about her husband in verses 19-20?
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11. Did this woman care about her husband or their marriage?
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12. According to verses 21 and 22, how did her words influence the young man?
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13. What illustration does Solomon use in verse 22 to describe the young man’s
decision to follow the strange woman?
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14. What is the consequence of going with this woman?

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15. What does Solomon admonish his audience to do in verse 24?

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16. What advice does Solomon give in verse 25?

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17. What was the reason for giving this advice?

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18. According to verse 26, what did she do to strong men? [ Examples of strong men
could be: Leaders in the church, CEO’s, Presidents, anyone in powerful position]
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19. Fill in the blanks: Proverbs 7:27 (KJV)

Her house ____________________________, going down to ____________________.

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 Proverbs 7: 24-27 (New Living Translation)

“Listen to me, my sons, and pay attention to my words. Don’t let your
hearts stray away toward her. Don’t wander down her wayward path. For
she has been the ruin of many; numerous men have been her victims. Her
house is the road to the grave. Her bedroom is the den of death.”

Definitions:
● Wisdom​:​ (Amplified) “comprehensive insight into the ways and purposes of

God.” (Proverbs 4:11)

● Understanding:​ ​Insight in the ways of applying wisdom's instruction.

● Simple:​ ​A person who does not know much. This person is naïve and can be

easily influenced. Proverbs 1:4

● Flattering lips​: ​They utter false praise. (Proverbs 7:21)

● Impudent: ​Shameless; ​Lacking modesty. (Proverbs 7:

● Strong men: ​I believe that Solomon was not necessarily talking about physical

strength. He was referring to men who occupy powerful positions in society such

as leaders in the church, CEO’s, Presidents, anyone in a powerful position.

(Proverbs 7:26)

● Harlot:​ ​A woman who prostitutes her body for hire. (Proverbs 7:10)

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 Proverbs Chapter 8 Worksheet

Theme: Hear wisdom crying out to you

Memory verse:​ “For whoever finds me [Wisdom] finds life and draws forth and obtains
favor from the Lord” Proverbs 8:35, (Amplified)

PLEASE READ CHAPTER 8 AND ANSWER THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS

1. Where does wisdom cry out? Verses 1-3

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2. Based on verses 8:1-4, can you make a conclusion that wisdom is always talking
wherever you may be?
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3. Do you take the time to listen to wisdom speak to you whenever you need to
make a decision?
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4. To whom does wisdom call? Verse 8:4
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5. What does verse 5 say to the ​simple​ and to those who are ​fools​?
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6. Describe the kind of things wisdom speaks about? Verses 8:6-9
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7. How does wisdom describe her value? Verses 8:10-11
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8. What is another characteristic that is associated with wisdom?
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9. In verse 8:12, wisdom says she finds out knowledge of witty inventions? What
does that mean to you? { for example, can wisdom give you business ideas?}
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10. Are you asking God to give you the wisdom and knowledge of witty inventions for
the business you desire to start?
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11. According to verse 8:13, If we fear the Lord, what will we hate?
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12. What are the benefits that wisdom provides? Verse 8:14
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13. Who else needs the wisdom of God according to verses 8:15-16?
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14. What are the other benefits in wisdom? Verse 8:18
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15. What does wisdom say about herself? Verses 8:17-21
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16. For how long has wisdom been in existence? Verse 8:22-23
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17. What are the things God created according to verses 8:24-31
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18. Why does wisdom want us to listen to her? Verses 8:32-34
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19. Fill in the blank: 8:35, (KJV).
For whoso findeth me find ________________, and shall __________________.
20. Fill in the blank: 8:36, (KJV).
But he that __________________ all they that __________________________.

Definitions:
● Wisdom​:​ ​(Amplified) “comprehensive insight into the ways and purposes of

God.” (Proverbs 4:11)

● Understanding​:​ Insight in the ways of applying wisdom's instruction.

● Simple​:​ A person who does not know much. This person is naïve and can be

easily influenced. Proverbs 1:4

● Fools​:​ ​They despise the wisdom of God and His instructions. (Proverbs 1:7);

(Proverbs 1:22)

● Prudence:​ ​Being very cautious. It is exercised more in foreseeing and

avoiding evil.

● Witty inventions:​ Ingenious; inventive;

● A froward mouth:​ A perverse mouth. Not willing to comply with what is

required.

● Excellent things:​ Things of great value or use; valuable;

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 PETITION FOR WITTY INVENTIONS:

Father, in the name of Jesus. I ask that you give me the wisdom and
knowledge of witty inventions and ideas. I believe I receive this
wisdom and knowledge right now, according to Mark 11:23, Amen.

Thank Him daily that you have wisdom and knowledge of witty
inventions and ideas and expect to hear from Him. Keep a journal to
write creative ideas, scriptures, and insights, into pursuing your
vision.

Mark 11:24​, “Therefore I say unto you, what things soever ye desire,
when ye pray, believe that ye receive them, and ye shall have them.”
(KJV)

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 Proverbs Chapter 9 Worksheet

​ isdom and Folly are calling

Theme:​ W

Memory Verse:​ “The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom: and the
knowledge of the holy is understanding” Proverbs 9:10, (KJV).

Please read chapter 9 and answer the following questions:

1. Describe what wisdom is doing as she prepares for the feast? 9:1,2
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2. How did she send out invitations? 9:3
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3. Who is invited to wisdom’s house? 9:4
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4. What did wisdom tell them the invitation was for? 9:5
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5. What is the benefit to those who receive the invitation? 9:6
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6. What is the result of reproving a scoffer and a wicked man? 9:7
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7. Why does verse 8 say not to bother rebuking or reproving a scorner?
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8. How do the wise and righteous respond to reproof and instruction? 9: 8,9
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9. Fill in the blank: Proverbs 9:10, (KJV). The ________ of the ________ is the
______________ of ________________: and the _______________ of the
___________ is _____________________.
10. What are the benefits of receiving wisdom’s instructions? 9:11
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11. Who benefits from receiving wisdom’s teaching, and who suffers the
consequences of rejecting wisdom? 9:12
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12. How does 9:13 describe a foolish woman?
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13. How does this woman behave? 9:14,15
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14. What type of a person does she target, and how does she entice her audience?
9:16,17
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15. What do those who accept the foolish woman’s invitation found out? 9:18
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 Definitions​:
● Wisdom​: (Amplified) “comprehensive insight into the ways and purposes of
God.” (Proverbs 4:11)
● Fools​: They despise the wisdom of God and His instructions. (Proverbs 1:7);
(Proverbs 1:22)
● Simple​: A person who does not know much. This person is naïve and can be
easily influenced. Prov. 1:4
● Scorner/mocker/scoffer​: “In scripture, is one who scoffs at religion, its
ordinances and teachers, and who makes a mock of sin and the judgments and
threatenings of God against sinners.” (Noah Webster’s 1828 Dictionary)
(Proverbs 1:22)
● Knowledge: ​Is referring to the knowledge of God. God has perfect knowledge of
all His works. (Proverbs 2:10,)
● Knowledge and Understanding: ​Refers to having an understanding of how to
apply the knowledge or the wisdom of God in your life. (Proverbs 2:2,3,5,10)
● Wicked: ​Evil in principle or practice; deviating from the divine law; In Scripture,
persons who live in sin; transgressors of the divine law; all who are un-reconciled
to God, unsanctified or impenitent. (Proverbs 2:22)
● Clamorous:​ loud; noisy; Proverbs 9:13, (Amplified) says, “The foolish woman is
noisy; she is simple and open to all forms of evil, she [willfully and recklessly]
knows nothing whatever [of eternal value].
● A blot:​ A spot in reputation; a stain; a disgrace; a reproach; a blemish;

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 Proverbs Chapter 10 Worksheet

Memory Verse:​ “In the multitude of words there wanteth not sin: but he
that refraineth his lips is wise.” Proverbs 10:19, (KJV).

Please read Proverbs chapter 10 and answer the following questions

1. How do the behaviors of the wise and foolish son affect the parents? 10:1
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2. What does verse 2 say about the treasures of wickedness? 10:2
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3. What does verse 2 say about righteousness? 10:2
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4. According to verse 3, what will the Lord do for the righteous and what will he do
to the wicked?
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5. What is the consequence of slackness or laziness? 10:4
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6. What is the benefit to being diligent? 10:4
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7. How does verse 5 distinguish a wise son and the son who brings shame? 10:5
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8. Fill in the blank: Proverbs 10:6, (KJV); Blessings are upon the
___________________: but ___________________ of the ________________.

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9. How does verse 7 contrast the memory of the just and that of the wicked? 10:7
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10. How do you think you will be remembered?
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11. According to verse 8, the wise in heart will receive commandment. Why do you
think they choose to do so? (Hint: Proverbs 9:10)
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12. What does verse 8 say about a prating fool? Define “prate”
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13. Proverb 10:11 says the mouth of a righteous man/woman is a well of life. Explain
what it means. Look at Proverbs 8:6-9
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14. What comes out of the mouth of the wicked? 10:11
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15. Explain how hatred stirs up strife?10:12 Give examples
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16. In your understanding, what does verse 12 mean when it says “but love covereth
all sins.” [for example, if someone were to share with you an embarrassing secret
sin, what would you do?
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17. What do verses 13 and 14 say about the speech of the wise and that of the
foolish? 10:13,14
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18. What does verse 15 tell us about the mindset of the wealthy and that of the poor?
10:15
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19. What does verse 17 say about the one who keeps instructions, and the person
who refuses correction? 10:17
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20. According to verse 18, what are the characteristics of a fool? Define “slander”
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21. According to verse 19, “in the multitude of words there wanteth not sin” (KJV).
The word wanteth means, there is no lack of sin. Whenever you are having a
long conversation with someone, do you keep this verse in mind? Do you get
tempted to gossip or do you avoid any conversation that will lead to sin?
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22. What does verse 19 say about the one who refrains his/her mouth? 10:19
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23. What do verses 20, 21 say about the tongue and lips?
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24. What does verse 22 say about the blessing of the Lord? 10:22
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25. How do fools view sin according to verse 23? 10:23
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26. What blessings come with being righteous and what are the results of
wickedness? 10:27-30
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27. What is the difference between the speech of the righteous and that of the
wicked? 10:31,32
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28. Why is it necessary to pay attention to the words we speak? Read and write out
Proverbs 18:21:
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 Definitions
● ​Slander: ​To defame; to injure by maliciously uttering a false report; to tarnish or
impair the reputation of one by false tales.
● ​Prating:​ ​Talking much on an unimportant or trivial subject.

● A righteous man or woman:​ one in right standing with God.

● Wicked:​ Evil in principle or practice; deviating from the divine law; In Scripture,

persons who live in sin; transgressors of the divine law; all who are un-reconciled

to God, unsanctified or impenitent. (Proverbs 2:22)

● Fools:​ ​They despise the wisdom of God and His instructions. (Proverbs 1:7;)

(Proverbs 1:22)

● A slack hand:​ as slack in duty or service; slack in business; not earnest or

eager.

● Strife:​ Quarrel; Contention in anger; enmity

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 Proverbs Chapter 11 Worksheet
MEMORY VERSE​: “The integrity of the upright shall guide them: but the
perverseness of transgressors shall destroy them” Proverbs 11:3, (KJV).

Please Read Proverbs Chapter 11 and answer the following

questions:

1. According to 11:1, how does God feel about unfair business practices?
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2. What are the consequences of being full of pride? 11:2
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3. What guides the upright according to verse 11:3?
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4. What leads to the destruction of transgressors? 11:3
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5. What counts on the day of wrath? 11:4
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6. What do verses 11:5-8 say about the righteous in contrast to the wicked?
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7. ​What does a hypocrite do towards his/her neighbor? 11:9
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8. According to verse 10, what brings joy to the city?
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9. How do the people in the city react when the wicked die? 11:10
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10. How does a city get exalted?11:11
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11. What overthrows the city? 11:11
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12. What is the attitude of a man/woman who lacks wisdom towards his neighbor?
and what is the attitude of the man/woman of understanding? 11:12
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13. Have you ever been in a position in which you had to keep your peace towards
your neighbor at home, school, work, even when they were disrespectful toward
you? Did you hear wisdom speaking to your heart in a situation like this?
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14. What is the character of a talebearer? 11:13
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15. Why would you trust someone with a faithful heart towards God with your private
Information? 11:13
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16. What is the advantage of obtaining advice from others? 11:14
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17. What kind of woman gets honored? 11:16
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18. What is the benefit of showing kindness to others?11:17
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19. What do verses 18-21 say about the righteous in contrast to the wicked?

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20. How does verse 22 describe a beautiful woman who lacks discretion?
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21. What does verse 23 say about the desire of the righteous?
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22. What do verses 24-26 say about those who are givers in contrast to those who are
stingy?
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23. What happens to the person who always chooses to do good things? And what
happens to the one who always does mischief? 11:27
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24. What is the danger of trusting in riches? 11:28

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25. What is the consequence of giving trouble to your family? 11:29
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26. Fill in the blank: ​Proverbs 11:30-31, (KJV)​ The fruit of the righteous is ____
And he that winneth ______________________. Behold the righteous shall
be________ _______________: much more __________________________.

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generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to
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 Definitions:
● Abomination:​ The object of detestation; Extreme hatred; Example: The way of
the wicked is an abomination to the Lord.
● Pride:​ ​An unreasonable conceit of one’s own superiority in wealth;
accomplishments, rank or elevation in office, etc.
● Shame:​ That which brings reproach and degrades a person in the estimation of
others.
● Integrity:​ moral soundness or purity; uprightness; honesty;
● Perverseness:​ ​unaccommodating or acting in opposition to what is proper or
what is desired by others.
● A Transgressor:​ One who breaks a law or violates a command; one who
violates any known rule or principle of rectitude.
● Wrath:​ Violent anger; God’s wrath, in Scripture, is his holy and just indignation
against sin.
● A talebearer:​ A person who communicates secrets maliciously.
● A froward heart:​ A person who is not willing to yield or comply with what is
required.
● Discretion:​ A discernment which enables a person to judge critically of what is
correct and proper; cautious.

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 Proverbs Chapter 12 Worksheet

Memory Verse:​ "​ Lying lips are abomination to the LORD: but they that
deal truly are his delight." Proverbs 12:22, (KJV)

Please Read Proverbs Chapter 12 and answer the following questions:

1. What does 12:1 says about the person who loves instruction?
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2. What does 12:1 says about the person who hates reproof?
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3. What will the LORD do the man of wicked devices? 12:2
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4. What are the wicked devices? Give examples.
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5. According to verse 3, what would hinder a person from being established?
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6. Fill in the blank: ​Proverbs 12:4, (KJV)​; A ___________________ is a
__________________ but she that _________________________.
7. Why it would not be wise to take counsel from the wicked? 12:5
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8. According to 12:6, what would deliver the upright/righteous?
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9. What does Proverbs 18:21 say about death and life?
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10. Do you pay attention to the words you speak all the time either to yourself or with
others? For example, do you ever call yourself, stupid, fat, broke, ugly, and old.
Do you always say, ”it is always one thing after another”, or “I am dying to do...
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they negatively affect your life. ​If you want to read more about how to create
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11. Copy Mark 11:23 and write in your own words what this verse is saying to you.
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12. On what basis is a man or woman commended? 12:8
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13. According to 12:10, what is a righteous man’s attitude toward his pet? ​Note​: this
is not about an animal. How he/she treats an animal is a reflection of a righteous
man/woman’s heart. He/she treats all God’s creation with kindness.
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14. What causes a wicked person to get snared? 12:13, In contrast, what will happen
to the righteous/just?
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15. Did you know that you can be trapped by your own words? For example, “I am
stupid”, “I am fat…” Read Proverbs 6:2 and write it down.
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16. According to verse 14, what causes a man/woman to be satisfied? 12:14
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17. How does a fool perceive his own behavior? 12:15 What would you suggest that
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18. What does 12:16 say about a fool’s anger/wrath?
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19. What does 12:17 say about the person who speaks the truth? What does it say
about a false witness?
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20. How does verse 12:18 describe the words of someone who speaks hurtful
words? What does it say about the words of the wise?
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21. Do you choose your words wisely when you speak to others?
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22. Fill in the bank: Proverbs 12:19 (KJV): The lip of _________________but a
_________________.
23. According to 12:20, What is in the heart of those who imagine evil?
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24. According to verse 12:22, What is an abomination to the Lord? And What brings
Him joy?
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25. What is the wisdom in concealing knowledge? For example, why is it not a good
idea to share your dreams with everybody?
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26. What are the consequences of being slothful? 12:24
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27. What does anxiety do to a man/woman’s heart? 12:25
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28. What advice does a godly person give as opposed to the advice to the wicked?
12:26
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29. How does verse 12:27bsay about a lazy/slothful person?
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30. Fill in the blank: Proverbs 12:28, (KJV): In the way of __________________ and
in the pathway_____________________.

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 “If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to
all without finding fault, and it will be given to him” James 1:5, (NIV).

DEFINITIONS

Reproof:​ ​Blame cast; censure directed to a person.

Brutish​: ​Insensible; stupid.
Wicked Devices:​ ​Evil schemes
Condemn:​ ​To disapprove; to pronounce to be utterly wrong.
Virtuous:​ ​Morally good; Being in conformity to the moral or divine law.
Established:​ ​Set; Fixed firmly;
Crown:​ ​Honor; Splendor; Dignity
Perverse:​ ​Corrupt; turned away from what is right or good
Snared:​ ​Entangled; unexpectedly involved in difficulty.

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Memory Verse:​ “He that walketh with wise men shall be wise: but a
companion of fools shall be destroyed” Proverbs 13:20, (KJV).

Read Proverbs Chapter 13 and answer the following questions:

1. What characterizes a son/daughter as being wise? 13:1

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2. How can the words you speak be beneficial to you? 13:2: Also, read Proverbs
18:21 and Proverbs 8:6-9 and copy it below.
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3. What happens to the person who guards his/her speech? 13:3
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4. What would happen to the person who cannot control his/her mouth? 13:3
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5. Now that you know and understand how the words you speak affects your life, do
you pay attention to what you talk about all the time? Are you always
complaining? Do people avoid being around you because of your speech?
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6. According to Proverbs 13:4, what is the consequence of laziness as compared to
diligence?
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7. What does a righteous person hate? 13:5
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8. According to John 8: 44, who is the father of lies?
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9. List the 6 things that the LORD hates: Proverbs 6:16-19
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10. What does 13:5 say about a wicked person?
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11. How can someone be rich yet have nothing; and how can someone be poor yet
have great riches? 13:7 For example, Do you know someone who may be rich
yet his/her arrogance drives people away; or Do you know someone who is poor
yet he/she has the true riches which are joy, peace, love, etc.
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12. What is Proverbs 13:9 referring to when it says the “light of the righteous” and the
“lamp of the wicked.” ​Hint:​ Read Proverbs 11:10
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13. What causes contention? 13:10
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14. What happens to wealth gotten dishonestly as compared to wealth gotten by
honest labor? 13:11
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15. What happens when your hopes are not realized? 13:12
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16. What happens when your desires are manifest? 13:12
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17. According to Proverbs 13:13, what happens to the person who hates the word of
God?
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18. What happens to the person who fears and respects God’s instructions? 13:13
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19. Read John 14:15 and copy it down below.
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20. Fill in the blank: Proverbs 13:14, Amplified, says, The teaching of the wise
_________________ is _______________to________________.
21. What are the results of having a good understanding of God’s word? 13:15
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22. What does 13:15 say about the life of a transgressor?
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23. What does a prudent man/woman do before taking action in contrast to a fool?
13:16?
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24. According to Proverbs 13:17, what happens to a wicked messenger in contrast to
a faithful one?
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25. What will happen to a person who refuses God’s instruction? 13:18
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26. What happens to a person who accepts correction? 13:18
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27. What is the benefit of a fulfilled desire? 13:19
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28. What happens to a man/woman who has wise friends? And what happens to the
one who keeps company with fools? 13:20
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29. Fill in the blank: Proverbs 13:22, KJV: A good man_____________________and
the wealth______________________________.
30. Proverbs 13:24​ says, ​“He that spareth his rod hateth his son: but he that
loveth him chasteneth him betimes.”;​ The NIV says it this way, ​“He who
spares the rod hates his son, but he who loves him is careful to discipline
him.​ ”​ ​Note:​ We must be prayerful about how we discipline our children.
Especially in the world we live in today. Which is why we also need to teach our
children the book of Proverbs so that they can know and understand the wisdom
of God. ​In Scripture, the word “hates” signifies to love-less. ​Luke 14:26 ​says, ​"If
any man come to me, and hate not his father, and mother, and wife, and
children, and brethren, and sisters, yea, and his own life also, he cannot be
my disciple" ​(NIV).
31. What advantage does righteousness have over wickedness? 13:25
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“If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives
generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to
him” James 1:5, (NIV).

DEFINITIONS:
● Scorner:​ “In scripture, is one who scoffs at religion, its ordinances and
teachers, and who makes a mock of sin and the judgments and
threatenings of God against sinners.” (Noah Webster’s 1828 Dictionary)
(Proverbs 1:22)
● Sluggard:​ A person who is habitually lazy.
● Loathsome:​ Disgusting; abhorrent; detestable; hateful; To loathe: To hate;
to look on with hatred.
● Wicked person​: Evil in principle or practice; deviating from the divine law;
In Scripture, persons who live in sin; transgressors of the divine law; all
who are unreconciled to God, unsanctified or impenitent. (Proverbs 2:22)
● A righteous man/woman:​ one in right standing with God
● Contention:​ A contentious person is quarrelsome.
● A​ ​Transgressor: ​One who breaks a law or violates a command; one who
violates any known rule or principle of rectitude.

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 Proverbs Chapter 14 Worksheet

Memory Verse:​ “Every wise woman buildeth her house: but the foolish
plucketh it down with her hands” Proverbs 14:1, KJV.

PLEASE READ PROVERBS CHAPTER 14 AND ANSWER THE

FOLLOWING QUESTIONS:

1. What is the difference between a wise woman and a foolish woman when it
comes to building their homes? 14:1
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2. What does building a home means to you? Read Titus 2:4-5 and write what it
says about young women and the home.
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3. What does 14:2 says about the upright and perverse attitudes toward God?
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4. What comes out of the mouth of the foolish as compared to the speech of the
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5. Please explain the reference of the oxen in 14:4? ​Proverbs 14:4 in The Passion
Translation, TPT,​ ​“​The only clean stable is an empty stable.
So if you want the work of an ox and to enjoy an abundant harvest,
you’ll have a mess or two to clean up!”
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6. What is the behavior of a faithful witness and that of a false witness? 14:5
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7. What happens when a scorner attempts to find wisdom? 14:6; Why does he not
find it? ​Hint: ​What is a scorner/scoffer?
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8. Why is the knowledge of God easy for the one who understands it? 14:6
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9. What are you to do in the presence of a foolish man and why? 14:7
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10. According to Proverbs 14:8, what is of importance to the prudent?
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11. How does a fool view sin? 14:9; Give examples
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12. What is your understanding of Proverbs 14:10?
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13. What will happen to the house of the wicked? 14:11
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14. What is the danger in doing what seems right without first seeking God’s
wisdom? 14:12
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15. What could be going on in some people’s lives who are always laughing and
appear to be happy? 14:13
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16. What is the heart of the backslider filled with? 14:14
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17. How does a simple person respond to what he hears in comparison with the
prudent person? 14:15; Why is it important who you listen to?
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18. What does Proverbs 14:16 say about the behavior of a fool?
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19. What type of decision does a person who gets angry easily make? 14:17
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20. How is a man/woman of wicked devices treated? 14:17
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21. What do the simple inherit? 14:18
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22. What is the prudent person crowned with? 14:18
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23. How will the wicked eventually act towards good people? 14:19
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24. How is the poor person treated as compared to the treatment of the rich? 14:20
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25. Fill in the blank: Proverbs 14:21, KJV: He that_____________________but he
that__________________________.
26. What are the benefits of hard work? 14:23
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27. What are the consequences of idle talk? 14:23
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28. What effect does a true witness have on other people’s lives? 14:25; Think of
your loved one being exonerated because someone spoke the truth.
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29. What does a deceitful witness do? 14:25; Think of someone lying about your
loved one to those in authority? What would happen to your loved one?
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30. What are the benefits of having a reverence for the LORD? 14:26,27
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31. What helps a king to stay honorable and what could lead to his destruction?
14:28
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32. What is the danger of being easily angered? 14:29
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33. What effect does envy have on your body? 14:30
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 34. Fill in the blank: Proverbs 14:31; He that _____________________but he
that______________________.
35. What does Proverbs 14:32 say will eventually happen to the wicked and to the
righteous person?
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36. According to Proverbs 14:34, what exalts a nation?
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37. What does sin bring to any nation? 14:34
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38. How does a king treat a wise servant as compared to the one who causes
shame? 14:35
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generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to
him” James 1:5, (NIV).

PRAYER FOR WISDOM​: Father, I ask that you give me wisdom regarding (name
the situation/be specific) to know what to say, what to do, and where to go. I
thank you for giving me this wisdom generously without finding fault. I receive it
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 DEFINITIONS

● Envy:​ To feel uneasiness, mortification or discontent, at the sight of superior

excellence, reputation or happiness enjoyed by another; Envy springs from pride,
ambition or love, mortified that another has obtained what one has a strong
desire to possess. ​Proverbs 14:30​, Amplified, “A calm and undisturbed mind and
heart are the life and health of the body, but envy, jealousy, and wrath are like
rottenness of the bones.”
● Prudent: ​Being very cautious. It is exercised more in foreseeing and avoiding
evil.
● Preserve: ​To keep or save from injury or destruction.
● Mock: ​Ridicule; derision; sneer; an act manifesting contempt.
● Backslider: ​One who falls from the faith and practice of religion. An Apostate.
● Reproach: ​Shame; disgrace. That which is the cause of shame or disgrace.
● Simple: ​A person who does not know much. This person is naïve and can be
easily influenced. Proverbs 1:4
● Righteous: ​According to Wiersbe, “The Hebrew words in Proverbs that are
translated “righteous,” “righteousness,” “upright,” “uprightness,” describe ethical
conduct that conforms to God’s standards and moral character that comes from a
right relationship to the Lord and His Word,” p116.
● Wrath: ​God’s wrath, in Scripture, is his holy and just indignation against sin.

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Memory Verse:​ “The fear of the LORD is the instruction of wisdom; and
before honour is humility.” Proverbs 15:33, (KJV).

PLEASE READ PROVERBS CHAPTER 15 AND ANSWER THE

FOLLOWING QUESTIONS:

1. According to Proverbs 15:1, what does a soft answer do?

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2. What do grievous words lead to? 15:1
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3. Have you ever yelled at someone and everything turned out right? If your answer
is no, why do you think yelling did not solve the problem?
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4. Do you often argue with your spouse and your children? How does that behavior
affect the atmosphere in your home?
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5. How does a wise person use his tongue with the knowledge he has? 15:2,15:7
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8. What would break a person’s spirit? 15:4
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9. Based on what you learned in 15:4, are you going to pay more attention to how
and what you say to your spouse, children, and others?
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10. What does a fool hate? 15:5
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11. How should a child view his/her parents’ instructions? 15:5
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12. What does righteousness bring to a home? 15:6
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13. What does the word “treasure” in verse 6 refer to?
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14. What brings delight to the LORD? 15:8
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15. What is an abomination to the LORD? 15:9
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16. What kind of a person does the LORD love? 15:9
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17. What is grievous to a person who chooses to forsake God’s way? And what
eventually happens to this person?
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18. Proverbs 15:11 says “Hell and destruction are before the LORD: how much more
then the hearts of the children of men”? Based on this verse, do you think God
knows what’s in your heart? ​Note:​ Heart is not referring to the physical heart. It is
referring to your spirit.
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19. Copy below Proverbs 4:23
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20. What does 15:12 say about the actions of a scorner?
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21. What is the outcome of having a merry heart? 15:13
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22. What leads to having a broken spirit?15:13 ​Note: ​Have you ever heard someone
say, “He/she broke my heart”? That’s what it is to break someone’s spirit.
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23. What does the heart of the one who has an understanding of God’s wisdom seek
after? 15:14
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24. What is better than having all the wealth in the world? 15:16
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25. What is more important than just having a good meal? 15:17
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26. What does anger lead to? 15:18
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27. How can we avoid strife? 15:18
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28. Copy James 1:19 below and explain what this verse is instructing us to do.
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29. According to Proverbs 15:20, what does a wise son’s behavior and the attitude of
a foolish one have an effect on the parents?
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30. What are the benefits of seeking counsel? 15:22
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31. What does the statement “a word spoken in due season” mean to you?
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32. Where does the path of life lead to for the wise? 15:24
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33. How can greed affect a family? 15:27
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34. What do the righteous do before giving an answer? 15:28
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35. What does hearing good news do to your bones? 15:30
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36. What happens to the person who always listens to correction? 15:31, 15:32
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37. What does Proverbs 15:32 say about the person who refuses instruction?
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39. What is wisdom’s instruction? 15:33
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“If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives
generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to
him” James 1:5, (NIV).

PRAYER FOR WISDOM​: Father, I ask that you give me wisdom regarding (name
the situation/be specific) to know what to say, what to do, and where to go. I
thank you for giving me this wisdom generously without finding fault. I receive it
by faith. In Jesus’ name, I pray, Amen.

DEFINITIONS:

● A wrathful man:​ ​Violent anger; indignation; greatly incensed

● Grievous words:​ ​Provoking; offensive; tending to irritate.
● Wholesome tongue:​ ​Utters sound words.
● Treasure: ​Something of value.
● Abomination:​ ​The object of detestation; Extreme hatred; Example: The way of
the wicked is an abomination to the Lord.
● Scorner:​ ​“In scripture, is one who scoffs at religion, its ordinances and teachers,
and who makes a mock of sin and the judgments and threatenings of God
against sinners.” (Noah Webster’s 1828 Dictionary) (Proverbs 1:22)
● Strife:​ ​Quarrel; Contention in anger; enmity
● Fools:​ They despise the wisdom of God and His instructions. (Proverbs 1:7);
(Proverbs 1:22)

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 Proverbs Chapter 16 Worksheet

Memory Verse:​ “Commit to the LORD whatever you do, and your plans
will succeed” Proverbs 16:3, NIV.

Please Read Proverbs Chapter 16 and Answer the following questions:

1. According to Proverbs 16:1; 9; and 33, who gives you direction for the plans that
are in your heart?
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2. According to Proverbs 16:2, many of us may appear to be doing good things for
others, however, what does the LORD pay attention to?
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3. What would be the result of committing your plans to the LORD? 16:3
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4. What does Proverbs 16:4 tell us about the LORD?
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5. What is an abomination to the LORD? 16:5
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6. Why does God hate the spirit of pride?
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7. What two things are necessary for our atonement? 16:6

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8. According to verse 6, what makes us choose to depart from evil?
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9. Fill in the blank: Proverbs 16:7, KJV, “When a
man’s___________________________He makes his_____________________.
10. According to Proverbs 16:10, what kind of speech is expected of a King or the
one in authority? And How must he/she make judgments?
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11. What does the LORD demand in every business deal? 16:11, (NLT)
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12. Why is it an abomination for Kings to commit wickedness? 16:12, (NLT)
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13. What two things bring delight to a king’s heart or those in a position of authority?
16:13
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14. How does Proverbs 16:14 describes the king’s wrath?
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15. What are wisdom and understanding better than getting? 16:16
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16. What path does the righteous choose to follow? And what comes with choosing
this path?16:17
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17. Copy below Proverbs 4:18
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18. What leads to destruction in a person’s life? i.e. what was their attitude before
they experienced destruction? 16:18, and what comes before a fall?
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19. According to Proverbs 16:19, it is better to keep a humble spirit with the poor,
than to do what…
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20. What happens to the person who handles a matter wisely? And what is the
benefit of trusting in the LORD? 16:20
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21. What are the wise in the heart called? And what do the sweetness of lips
increase? 16:21; 16:23
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22. What is the value of understanding the wisdom of God to those who have it? And
on the other hand, how do fools view instruction? 16:22
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23. What does Proverbs 16:24 says about the benefit of saying pleasant words?
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24. What could a way or a path that seems right to someone lead to? 16:25
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25. What should we do to avoid going the wrong path? 16:3
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26. What does one’s appetite or cravings make him/her do? 16:26
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27. How does an ungodly person behave? 16:27, describe his/her speech?
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28. What does verse 28 say about a froward person or a troublemaker? And what
are the consequences of a gossiper’s actions?
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29. What is a violent man’s attitude toward his neighbor? And what is his motive for
enticing his neighbor? 16:29
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30. Proverbs 16:30 is also referring to a violent person: What does it say about this
person, and what are the result of his speech?
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31. What is a person who is slow to anger better than? 16:32, Also verse 32 says it is
better to have self-control than do what?
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32. Copy below James 1:19-20
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 “If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives
generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to
him” James 1:5, (NIV).

PRAYER FOR WISDOM​: Father, I ask that you give me wisdom regarding (name
the situation/be specific) to know what to say, what to do, and where to go. I
thank you for giving me this wisdom generously without finding fault. I receive it
by faith. In Jesus’ name, I pray, Amen.

DEFINITIONS
● Commit: ​(The Amplified version says: commit and trust them wholly to Him; He
will cause your thoughts to become agreeable to His will, and so shall your plans
be established and succeed); To give in trust; to put into the hands or power of
another; to entrust.
● Establish: ​To ​Set; Fixed firmly;
● Pride: ​An unreasonable conceit of one’s own superiority in wealth;
accomplishments, rank or elevation in office, etc.
● Abomination: ​The object of detestation; Extreme hatred; Example: The way of
the wicked is an abomination to the Lord.
● A whisperer or a​ talebearer​: A person who communicates secrets maliciously.
● Pleasant words: ​Pleasing; agreeable; grateful to the mind or to the senses.
● Entice: ​To incite or instigate; to tempt; to urge or to lead astray.
● Wrath:​ ​Violent anger
● Strife: ​Quarrel; Contention in anger; enmity
● Understanding:​ Insight in the ways of applying wisdom's instruction.
● Atonement:​ Reconciliation after enmity or controversy; ​the doctrine concerning
the reconciliation of God and humankind, especially as accomplished through the
life, suffering, and death of Christ.
● A froward person:​ A troublemaker; A ​ person who is not willing to yield or comply
with what is required.

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 Proverbs Chapter 17 Worksheet

Memory Verse:​ “A happy heart is good medicine and a cheerful mind

works healing, but a broken spirit dries up the bones” Proverbs 17:22,
(AMP).

Please read Proverbs Chapter 17 and answer the following questions:

1. According to Proverbs 17:1, what is better than living in a house which is full of
strife or argumentative people?
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2. What two things resulted in a wise servant’s life due to his wise living? 17:2
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3. What does Proverbs 17:3 mean by saying the following statement “...but the
LORD trieth the hearts” (KJV).
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4. What do a wicked doer and a liar have in common according to verse 3? What
kind of speech do they listen to? 17:3
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5. What are we actually doing when we mock the poor? 17:5
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6. What would happen to an individual who rejoices when calamities happen to
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8. What contrasting behavior would you not expect from a fool and from the one in
authority? Also, how do you think your family and friends view your speech?
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9. What value is attached to a gift? In this context, a gift could be something that
you are good at that people are willing to pay you for it. 17:8.
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10. What are the consequences of gossip? What should we learn from this verse?
17:9
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11. What does it take to bring correction to a wise man as compared to a fool? Do
you accept correction quickly? 17:10
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12. According to Proverbs 17:11, what does a rebel seeks after? What does it take to
restrain such an individual?
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13. What is your interpretation of verse 12? To what extent should we avoid a fool
and his/her folly?
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14. What would be the consequences of rewarding evil for good? 17:13
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15. How do quarrels begin according to Proverbs 17:14? When is the best time to
stop a quarrel according to this verse? [ Here is the Amplified version of this
verse: “​The beginning of strife is as when water first trickles [from a crack
in a dam]; therefore stop contention before it becomes worse and
quarreling breaks out” Proverb 17:4, (AMP).
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16. Read and copy below James 3:16. What does it say about envy and strife?
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17. What two actions are an abomination to the LORD? 17:5; Give two examples in
today’s society?
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18. Why would it be a waste of time to invest in a fool to get wisdom? Explain. 17:16
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19. How does Proverbs 17:17 describe relationships of friends and that of brothers?
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20. What does a person who lacks understanding the wisdom end up getting into by
agreeing to give a loan to a friend or a neighbor? 17:18; Here is the New Living
Translation of this verse: ​“It is poor judgment to co-sign a friend’s note, to
become responsible for a neighbor’s debts” Proverbs 17:18, (NLT).
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21. What does Proverbs 17:20 tell us about a person with a froward heart? And what
would happen to a person with perverse speech?
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22. How does a fool’s behavior affect family relationships? Give an example.17:21
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23. According to Proverbs 17:22, what can serve as medicine? What effects does a
broken spirit have on the body?
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24. Why does a wicked man accepts a bribe? 17:23
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25. What does a man of understanding focus on in his life?17:24: Here is the New
Living Translation version of this verse: “​Sensible people keep their eyes glued
on wisdom, but a fool’s eyes wander to the ends of the earth” Proverbs
17:24, (NLT).
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 27. In today’s society, how are the just punished? 17:26; Here is the Amplified
version of this verse: “​Also, to punish or fine the righteous is not good, nor
to smite the noble for their uprightness” (Proverbs 17:26), (AMP).
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28. According to verses 17:27, 28; How is a person who has understanding and
knowledge perceived when he/she keeps his/her mouth shut?
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“If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives
generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to
him” James 1:5, (NIV).

PRAYER FOR WISDOM​: Father, I ask that you give me wisdom regarding (name
the situation/be specific) to know what to say, what to do, and where to go. I
thank you for giving me this wisdom generously without finding fault. I receive it
by faith. In Jesus’ name, I pray, Amen.

DEFINITIONS
● Strife:​ ​Quarrel; Contention in anger; enmity
● Abomination:​ ​The object of detestation; Extreme hatred; Example: The way of
the wicked is an abomination to the Lord.
● Contention: ​Strife; struggle; a violent effort to obtain something, or to resist a
person, claim or injury; contest; quarrel.
● Gossip​: To whisper: To tell idle tales; to run about and tattle; to talk much.
● Rebel: ​One who wilfully instructions or a law.
● Pride: ​An unreasonable conceit of one’s own superiority in wealth;
accomplishments, rank or elevation in office, etc.
● A whisperer or a​ talebearer​: A person who communicates secrets maliciously.
● A froward person:​ A troublemaker; A ​ person who is not willing to yield or comply
with what is required.

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 Proverbs Chapter 18 Worksheet

Memory Verse: ​“The name of the LORD is a strong tower: the righteous
runneth into it, and is safe” Proverbs 18:10, (KJV).

Please read Proverbs Chapter 18 and answer the following questions:

1. What does Proverbs 18:1 say about a man who lacks wisdom? 18:1
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2. According to Proverbs 18:2, what is the most important thing to a fool? 18:2
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3. What character traits are associated with the wicked? 18:3
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4. How does Proverbs 18:4 describe a wise man’s speech and his wisdom? 18:4
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5. What does Proverbs 18:5 say about showing partiality to the wicked, and
injustice to the righteous? Give an example.
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6. Fill in the blank: Proverbs 18:6, (KJV): “A fool’s
_____________________________and his mouth_______________________.
7. What is the cause of destruction in a fool’s life? How does a fool’s speech affect
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8. Why are the words of a talebearer dangerous? 18:8; What should we learn from
this verse?
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9. What does Proverbs 18:9 say about a slothful person? 18:9
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10. Fill in the blank: Proverbs 18:10, (KJV): “The name of the LORD
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11. How do the rich view their wealth? Why is it not a good thing for them to entrust
their lives to their wealth? 18:11
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12. What is the condition of a man’s heart before his downfall? And what comes
before honor? 18:12
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13. When a person answers without listening, what does that behavior say about
him/her? 18:13
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14. What sustains a man’s sickness? 18:14; Here is the New Living Translation of
this verse: “​The human spirit can endure a sick body, but who can bear it if
the spirit is crushed?” Proverbs 18:14, (NLT).
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15. Read and copy Proverbs 4:23 below
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16. What do the hearts of the prudent understand? And what do the ears of the wise
seek after? 18:15
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17. What does a man or woman’s gift do for them? 18:16
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18. What lesson does Proverbs 18:17 teach us? Here is the New Living Translation
of this verse: “​Any story sounds true until someone sets the record straight”
Proverbs 18:17, (NLT).
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 20. What does offense does to a person’s heart/spirit? 18:19
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21. What does verse 20 and 21 teach us about the effect the words that we speak
have on our lives regardless of whether they are positive or negative? 18:20, 21.
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22. What two things does Proverbs 18:22 say about having found a wife? What is the
benefit of having a wife in God’s sight? 18:22
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23. How do the wealthy treat people? 18:23
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24. How does a person who has friends act towards his/her friends? What is the
benefit of having friends? 18:24
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“If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives
generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to
him” James 1:5, (NIV).

PRAYER FOR WISDOM​: Father, I ask that you give me wisdom regarding (name
the situation/be specific) to know what to say, what to do, and where to go. I
thank you for giving me this wisdom generously without finding fault. I receive it
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 DEFINITIONS
● A fool: ​Despises the wisdom of God and His instructions. (Proverbs 1:7;)
(Proverbs 1:22)
● A talebearer: ​A whisperer; ​A person who communicates secrets maliciously
● Haughty: ​Proud and disdainful; having a high opinion of one’s self, with some
contempt for others; lofty and arrogant.
● Infirmity: ​An unsound or unhealthy state of the body; weakness
● A man’s belly: ​In scripture, belly is used for the heart. This is not referring to a
physical heart. It is referring to the human spirit.
● Snare: ​To entangle; Anything by which one is entangled and brought into
trouble.
● Slothful: ​A slothful person is slack in his work; lazy;
● Contention​:​ A contentious person is quarrelsome.
● Prudent:​ A prudent person is very cautious. Prudence is exercised more in
foreseeing and avoiding evil.
● To cast lots: ​Is to use or throw a die or some other instrument, by the
unforeseen turn or position of which, an event is by previous agreement
determined. ​Proverbs 18:18, New Living Translation says, “Casting lots can
end arguments and settle disputes between powerful opponents” (NLT).

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 Proverbs Chapter 19 Worksheet

Memory Verse: “​The fear of the LORD leads to life: Then one rests
content, untouched by trouble” Proverbs 19:23, (NIV).

Please Read Proverbs Chapter 19 and answer the following questions:

1. What is better than being a fool and being a dishonest person? 19:1
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2. According to Proverbs 19:2, what is not good to have without knowledge? And
why is it a wise thing not to be hasty or move quickly in some instances?
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3. When people ruin their lives due to their own foolishness, to whom do they
usually get angry at? 19:3
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4. How do people treat those who are wealthy compared to those who are poor?
19:4, 19:7
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5. What does Proverbs 19:5 and 19:6 say would happen to a false witness and the
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6. How do people treat someone who always gives gifts? 19:6; How do you feel
about this?
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7. According to verse 10, what two things are not fitting? 19:10
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8. How can discretion help you to react in a situation in which you are tempted to
get angry? 19:11
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9. How does Proverbs 19:12 illustrate the king’s wrath and his favor?
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10. How does a foolish son’s behavior affect his parents? 19:13; and what does this
verse compare an argumentative wife to?
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11. What does verse 14 say about a prudent wife? 19:14
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12. Read and copy below Proverbs 18:22.
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13. How does a lazy person act according to Proverbs 19:15? And what would be
the result of his laziness?
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14. What is the benefit of obeying God’s word, in contrast to despising His
commandments? 19:16
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15. What did Jesus say about His words in John 6:63?
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16. What does God do for those who help the poor? 19:17
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17. Read and copy Proverbs 19:18 below.
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18. What will happen to a man that is full of anger? How does his behavior affect the
people who care about him? 19:19
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19. What is the benefit of hearing and listening to wise counsel? 19:20
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20. Proverbs 19:21, NIV, says;​ “Many are the plans in a man’s heart,​ [or woman (I
added)], ​but it is the LORD’s purpose that prevails.”​ Have you taken the time
to pray and ask God about His plan for your life? If not, challenge yourself to do
so if you don’t know yet. Find a quiet place, ask God the question and expect to
hear an answer. Do this every day for a few minutes until you know in your heart
that God has spoken to you. It does not have to be an audible voice. It could be
knowing in your heart about what you need to do and have peace about it.
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21. According to Proverbs 19:22, what is desired in a man or a woman?
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22. What blessing comes with having a fear of the LORD? 19:23
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23. How does a lazy person show his/her laziness in Proverbs 19:24?
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24. How do the scorner and the simple learn a lesson? And how does the person
with understanding benefit from reproof? 19:25
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25. How does the son in Proverbs 19:26 bring shame and reproach to his parents?
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26. What advice does Proverbs 19:27 give to a son or daughter about instruction?
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27. What does a corrupt witness mock at according to Proverbs 19:28? And what
does this verse say about the mouth of the wicked?
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28. What should scorners and fools expect to come their way?19:29
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 “If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives
generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to
him” James 1:5, (NIV).

PRAYER FOR WISDOM​: Father, I ask that you give me wisdom regarding (name
the situation/be specific) to know what to say, what to do, and where to go. I
thank you for giving me this wisdom generously without finding fault. I receive it
by faith. In Jesus’ name, I pray, Amen

DEFINITIONS:
● Calamity: ​To make ashamed; Cause of misery
● Discretion: P ​ rudence; A discernment which enables a person to judge critically
of what is correct and proper; cautious;
● Prudent: ​Being very cautious. It is exercised more in foreseeing and avoiding
evil. (Proverbs 2:11)
● A foolish son: ​Despises the wisdom of God and His instructions. (Proverbs 1:7;)
(Proverbs 1:22)
● Idle: ​Slothful; given to rest and ease; averse to labor or employment; lazy; not
employed; unoccupied with business; inactive; doing nothing.
● Scorner: ​“In scripture, is one who scoffs at religion, its ordinances and teachers,
and who makes a mock of sin and the judgments and threatenings of God
against sinners.” (Noah Webster’s 1828 Dictionary) (Proverbs 1:22)
● Simple: ​A person who does not know much. This person is naïve and can be
easily influenced. Prov. 1:4
● Hasten: ​To be speedy or quick; urged with speed

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Memory Verse:​ “The Spirit of man is the candle of the LORD, searching all
the inward parts of the belly” Proverbs 20:27, (KJV)

Please Read Proverbs Chapter 20 and answer the following Questions:

1. According to Proverbs 20:1, what problems are caused by wine and strong
drink? 20:1
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2. What is an honorable thing to do according to Proverbs 20:3? How do fools
behave instead? 20:3
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3. What is the lazy person’s excuse for not going to work and what are the
consequences of not working? 20:4
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4. What does a man of understanding do with the counsel that’s in his heart? 20:5
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5. Many people consider themselves loyal to their friends, families, etc., however,
how many of them have been faithful? Explain. 20:6
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8. Read Proverbs 20:9 and answer the question. Please explain your answer.
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9. What does the LORD detest according to verse 10? 20:10
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10. What does a child’s conduct show? 20:11 Does this apply to adults?
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11. According to verse 12, what did God make? Do you think it is important to Him
what we allow our eyes to look at and what we choose to listen to all the time?
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12. What are the consequences of loving too much sleep? 20:13
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13. Proverbs 20:14, in the New Living Translation says, “The buyer haggles over the
price, saying, “It’s worthless,” then brags about getting a bargain!” What does this
verse tell us about the buyer’s character? Did he or she actually get a bargain?
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14. What does verse 15 say about wise speech? 20:15
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15. Proverbs 20:16 is talking about taking a garment as collateral for the debt owed
to you by a stranger or a wayward woman. However, in Exodus 22: 26-27, the
Jews were not allowed to keep a debtor’s clothing as collateral for a loan.
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16. According to Proverbs 20:17, anything gotten by deception tastes sweet. But,
how does it taste afterward?
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17. Proverbs 20:18 is reminding us again of the value of counsel when it comes to
making plans and purposes. Although this principle applies to every area in life,
in this instance is referring to war. What is the lesson for us in this case?
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18. Proverbs 20:19 mentions the behavior of a talebearer once again. What is his or
her behavior? What advice is given in this verse?
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19. What is the consequence of showing disrespect to parents according to this
verse? 20:20
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20. According to verse 21, what is the result of an inheritance that was gotten
hastily? [​Remember the prodigal son, Luke 15:11-32​].
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21. Proverbs 20:22 discourages us from avenging ourselves. What does this verse
suggest that we do instead?
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22. Proverb 20:23 in the New Living Translation says, “ The Lord despises double
standards; he is not pleased by dishonest scales.” Have you ever been cheated
in a business deal? How did you handle it? What did you learn from it?
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23. According to verse 24, who gives us direction for our lives? Do you believe you
have the understanding to know what to do with your life without God’s help?
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24. What does verse 25 say we ought to do before we make a vow?
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25. What does the king do to protect his citizens from the wicked? What upholds the
king’s throne? Proverbs 20:26, 28
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26. What does Proverbs 20:27 mean when it says, “The spirit of man is the candle of
the LORD? How does God know what’s in your heart?
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27. Read and copy below 1 Samuel 16:7
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 28. What are the glory of young men and the beauty of old men? The Amplified Bible
says the gray head is symbolic of their wisdom and experience: 20:29
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29. How are stripes, (for correction), beneficial according to verse 30?
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“If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives
generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to
him” James 1:5, (NIV).

PRAYER FOR WISDOM​: Father, I ask that you give me wisdom regarding (name
the situation/be specific) to know what to say, what to do, and where to go. I
thank you for giving me this wisdom generously without finding fault. I receive it
by faith. In Jesus’ name, I pray, Amen.

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 DEFINITIONS:

● Strife:​ ​Quarrel; Contention in anger; enmity

● Meddling:​ ​Busy in other people’s affairs;
● Counsel​:​ To give advice; to advise
● Deceit:​ ​To mislead; In scripture, that which is obtained by guile, fraud, or
oppression; The leading of another person to believe what is false..
● Talebearer:​ ​He or she reveals secrets; a whisperer; ​a person who
communicates secrets maliciously
● A man’s belly or a man’s spirit: ​In scripture, belly is used for the heart. This is
not referring to a physical heart. It is referring to the human spirit.
● Inheritance:​ ​The reception of an estate by hereditary right, or the descent by
which an estate or title is cast on the heir; as the heir received the estate by
inheritance.
● Hastily​:​ Rashly; precipitately; without due reflection.

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 Proverbs Chapter 21 Worksheet

Memory Verse: ​Proverbs 21:23, “Whoso keepeth his mouth and his
tongue keepeth his soul from troubles” (KJV).

Please Read Proverbs Chapter 21 and Answer the Following Questions:

1. How does verse 21:1 illustrate God’s influence over people’s hearts? Does God
make us do what He knows is best for us?
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2. How do we view our way of doing things and how does God view our conduct?
21:2
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3. What is more acceptable to the LORD than sacrifice? Please explain or give an
example. 21:3
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4. List three things that Proverbs 21:4 mentions are sin in God’s sight?
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5. To what do the thoughts of the diligent lead to as compared to the thoughts of the
hasty? 21:5
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6. What is the danger in seeking riches by a lying tongue? 21:6
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7. What brings destruction to the wicked? 21:7
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8. What is the difference between the conduct of the wicked and of those with a
pure heart? 21:8
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9. Please copy Proverbs 21:9 and 19 about a quarrelsome woman. What would be
better than living with a quarrelsome woman? How would you advise this
woman? Please explain. [ ​Proverbs 18:22, NLT, “The man who finds a wife
finds a treasure and receives favor from the LORD].
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10. What does the soul of the wicked crave for? 21:10
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11. According to Proverbs 21:11, how does a wise person learn? On the other hand,
how does a simple person choose to learn?
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12. What does God do to the wicked according to Proverbs 21:12
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13. What would happen to someone who ignores the cry of those who are poor?
21:13; Give an example of how this may happen.
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14. What does Proverbs 21:14 say about giving a gift to someone who is angry; and
what does giving a bribe do? [Please, this does not encourage us to practice
bribery!]
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15. How do the righteous and the wicked react towards justice? 21:15
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16. What would happen to someone who lacks understanding or common sense?
21:16
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17. What would happen to someone who spends most of their money on pleasure?
21:17; Give an example of how this could happen.
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18. According to Proverbs 21:18, the wicked shall become a ransom for whom?
Define ransom. Explain.
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19. How do the wise and the foolish treat their wealth? 21:20; Give examples.
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20. What does a person who follows after righteousness and mercy find? 21:21
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21. How did having the wisdom of God help in this verse? 21:22
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22. How does keeping your mouth shut at times benefit you? 21:23; Read and copy
Proverbs 18:21
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23. How does a scorner behave? 21:24
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24. Why does the desire of the slothful kill him/her? 21:25
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25. What does the slothful do all day long? 21:26
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26. How does a righteous person act according to Proverbs 21:26?
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27. What is an abomination to the LORD? And how does God view the sacrifice of
the wicked and why? 21:27
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28. What would happen to a false witness according to Proverbs 21:28 in contrast to
a person who hears attentively? [Proverbs 21:28, NLT, “A false witness will be
cut off, but an attentive witness will be allowed to speak].
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29. Why do you think a wicked man hardens his face? And what does it mean to
have a hard face? 21:29; [Proverb 21:29, NIV, “A wicked man puts up a bold
front, but an upright man gives thought to his ways].
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30. Read and copy Proverbs 21:30 below and write what this verse means to you.
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31. According to Proverbs 21:31. Although a horse may be prepared for the day of
battle, who is responsible for a victorious outcome. How does this verse relate to
us when we trust God with life challenges?
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 “If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives
generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him”
James 1:5, (NIV).

PRAYER FOR WISDOM​: Father, I ask that you give me wisdom regarding (name
the situation/be specific) to know what to say, what to do, and where to go. I
thank you for giving me this wisdom generously without finding fault. I receive it
by faith. In Jesus’ name, I pray, Amen.

DEFINITIONS:

● A brawling/contentious woman: ​A contentious woman is quarrelsome or

argumentative.
● Scorner/mocker/scoffer​: “In scripture, is one who scoffs at religion, its
ordinances and teachers, and who makes a mock of sin and the judgments and
threatenings of God against sinners.” (Noah Webster’s 1828 Dictionary)
(Proverbs 1:22)
● Treasure:​ Something of value.
● Knowledge and Understanding: ​Refers to having an understanding of how to
apply the knowledge or the wisdom of God in your life. (Proverbs 2:2,3,5,10)
● A wicked person: ​Evil in principle or practice; deviating from the divine law; In
Scripture, persons who live in sin; transgressors of the divine law; all who are
un-reconciled to God, unsanctified or impenitent. (Proverbs 2:22)
● Slothful:​ ​A slothful person is slack in his work; lazy;
● Abomination: ​The object of detestation; Extreme hatred; Example: The way of
the wicked is an abomination to the Lord.
● Simple: ​A person who does not know much. This person is naïve and can be
easily influenced. (Proverbs 1:4)
● Fools: ​They despise the wisdom of God and His instructions. (Proverbs 1:7;
1:22).
● Covetousness: ​A strong or inordinate desire of obtaining and possessing some
supposed good; usually in a bad sense.
● A Ransom: ​In Scripture, the price paid for a forfeited life, or for the delivery or
release from capital punishment.

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 Proverbs Chapter 22 Worksheet

Memory Verse: ​“A good name is rather to be chosen than great riches,
and loving favour rather than silver and gold” Proverbs 22:1.

Please Read Proverbs Chapter 22 and answer the following questions:

1. What two things are better than riches, or silver and gold? 22:1
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2. Fill in the blank: Proverbs 22:2, KJV: The _______________ and
____________________ meet together: _____________________.
3. What does a prudent man do when he foresees evil in contrast to the simple?
22:3
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4. What is the by-product of humility and the fear of the LORD? 22:4
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5. What two things are in the way of the froward? 22:5
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6. Please read and copy below Proverbs 22:6. What does training a child mean to
you? Give examples.
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7. What is the relationship between the borrower and the lender? 22:7; Why do you
think the rich rule over the poor?
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8. What is the consequence of sowing iniquity? 22:8
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9. What does Proverbs 22:9 mean by having a bountiful eye?
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10. What happens when you remove the scorner in your surroundings? 22:10
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11. What kind of a person should be friends with a king?22:11; Do you take into
consideration the type of people you or your children befriend?
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12. According to Proverbs 22:12, what does the LORD preserve, and whose words
does He overthrow? [Proverbs 22:12, NCV, says, “The LORD guards knowledge,
but he destroys false words.”
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13. What excuse does a lazy man use for not having a job/not going to work? 22:13
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14. What does Proverbs 22:14 say about the mouth or the words of a loose woman?
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15. Fill in the blank: Proverbs 22:15, KJV: _______________ is bound in the
__________________ but the ___________________________________.
[Please pray about how you should correct a child effectively].
16. What would happen to someone who oppresses the poor to increase his wealth?
22:16
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17. What does Proverbs 22:17,18, tell us to do with words of wisdom and why? Note:
Proverbs 22:18, AMP, says, “For it will be pleasant if you keep them in your mind
[believing them]; your lips will be accustomed to [confessing] them.”
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 18. How will keeping God’s word in our hearts and speaking it affect our lives
according to Proverbs 22:19?
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19. Why did the Solomon write excellent things filled with advice and knowledge
22: 20, 21?
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20. What instruction is given in Proverbs 22:22,23 and why?
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21. What friendship does Proverbs 22:24,25 tell us to avoid and why?
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22. What does Proverbs 22:26,27 warn us about? Note: Proverbs 22:26, 27, NLT,
“Do not co-sign another person’s note or put up a guarantee for someone else’s
loan. If you can’t pay it, even your bed will be snatched from under you.”
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23. What does Proverbs 22:28 mean by ancient landmark? What does this verse tell
us not to do with ancient landmarks?
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24. What honor does a man who is diligent in his business get/receives? 22:29
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“If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives
generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to
him” James 1:5, (NIV).

PRAYER FOR WISDOM​: Father, I ask that you give me wisdom regarding (name
the situation/be specific) to know what to say, what to do, and where to go. I
thank you for giving me this wisdom generously without finding fault. I receive it
by faith. In Jesus’ name, I pray, Amen

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 DEFINITIONS:

● Train up a child: ​To train or train up, to educate: to teach; to form by

instruction or practice; to bring up.
● Bountiful:​ Free to give; liberal in bestowing gifts and favors; generous
● Scorner: ​“In scripture, is one who scoffs at religion, its ordinances and
teachers, and who makes a mock of sin and the judgments and
threatenings of God against sinners.” (Noah Webster’s 1828 Dictionary)
(Proverbs 1:22)
● A froward person​: A person who is not willing to yield or comply with
what is required.
● Contentions: ​A contentious person is quarrelsome
● Strife: ​Quarrel; Contention in anger; enmity
● A strange/loose woman: ​Is an immoral woman; someone who commits
adultery or fornication.
● To want: ​The absence of that which is necessary or useful; Lacking in
something; To be without; To need something;
● A snare: ​To entangle; Anything by which one is entangled and brought
into trouble.
● Surety: ​security against loss or damage or for the fulfillment of an
obligation, the payment of a debt, etc.
● Landmark: ​A mark to designate the boundary of land; any mark or fixed
object; as a marked tree, a stone, a ditch, or a heap of stones, by which
the limits of a farm, a town or other portion of territory may be known and
preserved.

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 Proverbs Chapter 23 Worksheet

Memory Verse: ​“Let not thine heart envy sinners: but be thou in the fear of
the LORD all the day long” Proverbs 23:17, (KJV).

Please Read Proverbs Chapter 23 and answer the following questions:

1. How does Proverbs 23:1-2 warn an individual who likes to dine with rulers or
powerful people? ​Note​: People in positions of power usually have a motive
behind inviting someone. In most cases, they want something in return.
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2. Why does Proverbs 23:3 say not to be greedy to eat the ruler’s food?
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3. Why does Proverbs 23:4-5 warn us not to wear ourselves out trying to get rich?
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4. Why does Proverbs 23:6-8 warn us not to eat a stingy person’s food? ​Note​: This
stingy person may have invited you however, in his mind he may be calculating
the amount of money your share costs. He is not a giver at heart.
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5. Proverbs 23:7a says, “For as he thinketh in his heart, so is he.” How can you
apply this principle to discern what’s in people’s hearts?
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6. Why is it a waste of your time to speak wisdom to a fool? 23:9
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7. Why does 23:10-11 say not to enter the field of the fatherless?
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8. What advice is given in Proverbs 23:12
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9. Why are we not to withhold correction/discipline from a child? 23:13-14 Note: It
is important to pray about how to correct/discipline your child.
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10. What characteristics of a child will bring joy to a parent 23:15-16?
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11. Why does Proverbs 23:17-18 tell us not to envy sinners? What are we to do
instead?
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12. Why does 23:20-21 tell us to avoid being among winebibbers and gluttons?
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13. According to Proverbs 23:22, how should we treat our parents?
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14. What instruction is given in Proverbs 23:23? What does the word “truth” mean to
you?
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joy?
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17. What does Proverbs 23:27 compare a whorish woman to?

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18. How does a woman in verse 27 plan to seduce a man?
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19. List the problems of those who get drunk with alcohol mentioned in 23:29-30.
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20. What advice does Solomon give in 23:31 to those who have problems with
alcohol?
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21. What will alcohol do to someone who indulges in it? 23:32
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22. How does getting drunk with alcohol affect a person’s behavior? 23:33-35
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“If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives
generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to
him” James 1:5, (NIV).

PRAYER FOR WISDOM​: Father, I ask that you give me wisdom regarding (name
the situation/be specific) to know what to say, what to do, and where to go. I
thank you for giving me this wisdom generously without finding fault. I receive it
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 DEFINITIONS
● A fool:​ Despises the wisdom of God and His instructions. (Proverbs 1:7;)
(Proverbs 1:22)
● A glutton​: An extreme and habitual overeater
● Truth:​ To do truth, is to practice what God commands. Jesus said in John
17:17, "Sanctify them through thy truth: thy word is truth."
● A strange/loose woman:​ Is an immoral woman; someone who commits
adultery or fornication.
● Envy:​ To feel uneasiness, mortification or discontent, at the sight of superior
excellence, reputation or happiness enjoyed by another; to repine at another's
prosperity; to fret or grieve one's self at the real or supposed superiority of
another, and to hate him on that account.
● To Hearken:​ To listen; to lend the ear; to attend to what is uttered, with
eagerness or curiosity. To hear intelligently.
● A Transgressor:​ One who breaks a law or violates a command; one who
violates any known rule or principle of rectitude.

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 Proverbs Chapter 24 Worksheet

Memory Verse: ​“Through skillful and godly Wisdom is a house (a life, a

home, a family) built, and by understanding it is established [on a sound
and good foundation], (Amplified).

Please Read Proverbs Chapter 24 and answer the following questions:

1. Once again, Proverbs warns us not to be envious of evil men nor desire to
associate with them. What is the reason for giving this warning? 24:1,2
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2. What are the benefits of having the wisdom of God according to Proverbs
24:3,4? How can you apply this wisdom in your life? ​Note​: Read the comment
below on this verse.
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3. What does Proverbs 24:5 say about a wise man? What does the word “strong” in
Proverbs 24:5 refers to? Is it spiritual strength or physical strength? Explain.
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4. What are the benefits of wise counsel mentioned in Proverbs 24:6?
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5. What does Proverbs 24:7 mean by “Wisdom is too high for a fool?” Why can’t a
fool open his mouth when sitting among those who make decisions that affect
society? ​Note:​ Read the comment below on this verse.
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6. How does Proverbs 24:8 define a mischievous person?
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7. What is considered as sin according to Proverbs 24:9? And what does this verse
say about a scorner?
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8. Please copy Proverbs 24:10 below. Explain. ​Note:​ Read the comment below on
this verse.
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9. What is the right thing to do when someone is facing death unjustly? Can we
claim ignorance for not helping someone in this situation? 24:11,12. Note: Read
comment below on these verses.
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10. What does Proverbs 24:13,14 compare the knowledge of wisdom to?
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11. What warning is given to the wicked in 24:15,16? What will happen to the wicked
if they were to destroy the righteous man’s house?
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12. What should be our attitude towards our enemies when they fall and why?
24:16,17
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15. What do the wise say to us in Proverbs 24:23-25?
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16. How would you feel when someone gives a right and honest answer at the right
time? 24:26
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17. What do we learn about putting first things first in Proverbs 24:27?
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18. How not to treat our neighbors according to Proverbs 24:28?
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19. What does Proverbs 24:29 say about being revengeful?
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20. What evidence does a slothful man’s property show that he is indeed lazy?
24:30-31
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21. What is the lesson we learn from the lazy man? What made him get to where his
property looks uninhabitable? 24:32-34
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 “If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives
generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to
him” James 1:5, (NIV).

PRAYER FOR WISDOM​: Father, I ask that you give me wisdom regarding (name
the situation/be specific) to know what to say, what to do, and where to go. I
thank you for giving me this wisdom generously without finding fault. I receive it
by faith. In Jesus’ name, I pray, Amen.

Note: Comments on some of the verses:

● Proverbs 24:3-4:​ To live your life in such a way that every area of your
life works cohesively, you must have the wisdom of God. For example,
when you are building a physical home, wisdom will lead you to the right
people to help you, and lead to places to buy furniture at reasonable
prices. That is why the Bible says wisdom is the most important thing. This
wisdom also builds your family, marriage, and everything in your home.
● Proverbs 24:5: ​I believe that this verse refers to spiritual strength.
Spiritual strength is based on knowing the promises of God and trusting
that God will fulfill to you, what He has promised in the word. When you
are spiritually strong, you can handle life challenges because you have the
wisdom of God inside of you to give you guidance. As you know more of
God’s promises and believe them, your strength increases. Proverbs 3:5
says, “Trust in the LORD with all your heart; do not depend on your own
understanding. Seek his will in all you do, and he will direct your paths.”
● Proverbs 24:7:​ “The word wisdom is plural, emphasizing its importance. It
is over the head of a fool; he cannot appreciate or comprehend it. The
gate of a city is the place where city leaders met to judge disputes and
decide the affairs of the town. The fool has nothing worthwhile to
contribute to these serious discussions.” Max Anders, Holman Old
Testament Commentary Proverbs, p. 104.
● Proverbs 24:10:​ This verse says whenever you faint or gives in under
pressure, it is a sign that your strength is weak. How do you solve that? By
knowing and trusting more of the promises of God. Especially promises
that line up with the situation you may be dealing with.

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 DEFINITIONS​:

● Envy:​ ​To feel uneasiness, mortification or discontent, at the sight of superior

excellence, reputation or happiness enjoyed by another; to repine at another's
prosperity; to fret or grieve one's self at the real or supposed superiority of
another, and to hate him on that account.
● Established​: ​To Set; Fixed firmly;
● A fool:​ Despises the wisdom of God and His instructions. (Proverbs 1:7;)
(Proverbs 1:22)
● Knowledge and Understanding:​ Refers to having an understanding of how to
apply the knowledge or the wisdom of God in your life. (Proverbs 2:2,3,5,10)
● Wisdom:​ ​(Amplified) “comprehensive insight into the ways and purposes of
God.” (Proverbs 4:11); According to Max Anders, ​Holman Old Testament
Commentary, p.370​, “​Wisdom​ is skill in living life. A wise person is one who has
expertise in living in a way that makes life go as well as possible for him.”
● Adversity: ​An event, or series of events, which oppose success or desire;
misfortune; calamity; affliction; distress; state of unhappiness.
● Calamity:​ ​To make ashamed; Cause of misery
● Slothful:​ ​A slothful person is slack in his work; lazy;
● Wicked:​ Evil in principle or practice; deviating from the divine law; In Scripture,
persons who live in sin; transgressors of the divine law; all who are unreconciled
to God, unsanctified or impenitent. (Proverbs 2:22)

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 Proverbs Chapter 25 Worksheet

Memory Verse: ​“A word fitly spoken and in due season is like apples of
gold in settings of silver” Proverbs 25:11, (Amplified)

Please Read Proverbs Chapter 25 and answer the following questions:

1. Who copied the Proverbs of Solomon? 25:1; Why do you think King Hezekiah
needed that information? [Remember that Solomon was a wise and respected
leader].
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2. What does verse 2 say about the difference between God and the king? 25:2
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3. How does verse 3 illustrate the King’s heart? 25:3
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4. How is the ruler’s throne like silver? 25:4,5
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25:6,7
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6. What does Proverbs 25:8 warn against ​being too quick to file a lawsuit against
someone ​and why?
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7. How should we handle disagreements with our neighbors? What reason does
this verse give us? 25:9,10
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8. How does verse 11 illustrate the value of spoken words? 25:11; Are you mindful
of your words when you speak to your children, spouse, and others? Explain.
Proverbs 18:21, Amplified, “Death and life are in the power of the tongue,
and they who indulge in it shall eat the fruit of it [for death or life].
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9. How does verse 12 illustrate someone who gives correction wisely? 25:12; Is it
much easier to accept correction from someone like this?
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10. What is the value of a faithful messenger? 25:13
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11. How does an individual who boasts of having a false gift like? 25:14
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12. What advice does this verse give regarding persuading an authority figure? 25:15
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13. What does verse 16 teach us about having too much of a good thing? 25:16;
Please explain or give an example.
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14. What advice does verse 17 give about always visiting someone’s house? 25:17
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15. How does verse 18 illustrate a man who gives false testimony against a
neighbor? 25:18
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16. How does verse 19 illustrate an unfaithful man? 25:19

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17. What advice does verse 20 give us regarding comforting someone with a heavy
heart? 25:20; What would you do instead?
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18. How should we treat our enemies according to Proverbs 25:21,22 and why?
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19. What are the consequences of backbiting? 25:23
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20. Fill in the blank: Proverbs 25:24, KJV: It is better
________________________________, than
_____________________________________. Are you an argumentative man or
woman? If so, are you willing to change?
21. What illustration does verse 25 give about hearing the good news? 25:25
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22. How does verse 26 illustrate the righteous who compromise when they are
around the wicked? 25:26
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23. What does verse 27 say about men who seek their glory? 25:27
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24. What illustration does verse 28 give about an individual who does not have the
rule over his/her spirit? 25:28
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 “If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives
generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to
him” James 1:5, (NIV).

PRAYER FOR WISDOM​: Father, I ask that you give me wisdom regarding (name
the situation/be specific) to know what to say, what to do, and where to go. I
thank you for giving me this wisdom generously without finding fault. I receive it
by faith. In Jesus’ name, I pray, Amen.

Note: A Commentary on some of the verses:

● Proverbs 25:3 ​“Carries on the parallel between God’s ultimate kingship and the
limited authority of human kings. Just as the heavens and the earth stretch far
beyond the limited comprehension of an individual, the affairs of a ruler are often
unsearchable, hidden from the common citizen. It is impossible to read a king’s
heart, and a ruler must be able to hide certain plans until the time is right to
reveal them.” ​Holman Old Testament Commentary,​ Proverbs, p. 324, Max
Anders.
● Proverbs 25:15:​ “Here is a tribute to the power of a persistent, controlled
tongue. Persuading an authority to follow a particular course is one of the most
difficult of assignments, and you cannot do it by threatening. Patience that
refuses to be provoked is the only weapon that can succeed. And it can produce
surprising results. Just as a gentle tongue can break a bone, the most rigid part
of the body, soft words can break down the deepest, most hardened resistance
to an idea.” ​Holman Old Testament Commentary,​ Proverbs, p. 212, Max Anders.
● Proverbs 25:27:​ “Honey is sweet, but too much honey is not good. And seeking
to exalt yourself too much is also unhealthy. Self-promotion is seldom convincing;
it may produce notoriety but not honor.” ​Holman Old Testament Commentary,
Proverbs, p. 186, Max Anders.
● Proverbs 25:28:​ “When you won’t control your emotions, you will be vulnerable
to an enemy who can control his. This verse compares the man who lacks
self-control to a city that cannot be defended because its walls have been
broken. And by implication, it makes clear that self-discipline is one of our chief
defenses against calamity.” ​Holman Old Testament Commentary,​ Proverbs, p.
198, Max Anders.

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 DEFINITIONS

● A wicked person:​ Is evil in principle or practice; deviating from the divine law; In
Scripture, persons who live in sin; transgressors of the divine law; all who are
un-reconciled to God, unsanctified or impenitent.
● Hastily to strive:​ Do not rush to file a lawsuit against someone; ​Hastily:​ Rashly;
precipitately; without due reflection.
● Backbiting:​ The act of slandering the absent; secret calumny.
● A Whisperer or a talebearer:​ ​A person who communicates secrets maliciously.
● Forbearing: ​A ceasing or restraining from action; patience; long-suffering.
● A brawling/contentious woman:​ A contentious woman is quarrelsome or
argumentative.
● Dross: ​The scum or extraneous matter of metals, thrown off in the process of
melting; Waste matter; refuse; any worthless matter separated from the better
part; impure matter.

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 Proverbs Chapter 26 Worksheet

Memory Verse:​ “The words of a talebearer are as wounds, and they go

down into the innermost parts of the belly” Proverbs 26:22, (KJV).

Please Read Proverbs Chapter 26 and answer the following questions:

1. How does giving honor to a fool looks like according to Proverbs 26:1, 8?
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2. What does Proverbs 26:2 say about an unfair curse? Does anyone have the
power to curse you? No. Read and copy Galatians 3:13.
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3. What would it take for a fool to listen and hear wisdom? 26:3
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4. What advice does Proverbs 26:4 and 26:5 give regarding arguing with a fool?
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5. How would you explain these verses since they seem to contradict each other?
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6. To what does Proverbs 26:6 compares trusting a fool to send a message?
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7. What illustration does Proverbs 26: 7 and Proverbs 26:9 give of a fool trying to
speak wisdom?
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8. Proverbs 26:10 depends on the translation you read. Read a translation of your
choice and explain the verse.
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9. What does a fool act like when he returns to his foolishness? 26:11
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10. What kind of a man is worse than a foolish man? 26:12
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11. According to Proverbs 26:13, what excuse does a slothful man gives for his
laziness?
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12. In what way is a lazy man like a door turning upon its hinges? Explain. 26:14
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13. To what extent is the slothful person’s laziness? 26:15
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14. How does a lazy person view himself/herself according to Proverbs 26:16
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15. To what does Proverbs 26:17 compares someone who interferes in someone
else’s argument?
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16. What does Proverbs 26:18, and 19 teach us about a deceptive man?
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17. What brings an end to strife according to Proverbs 26:20?
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 19. What does Proverbs 26:22 say about the words of a talebearer? What is the
lesson in this verse?
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20. What does Proverbs 26:23 say about someone with burning lips and a wicked
heart?
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21. How does a hateful person behave? 26:24
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22. What advice does Proverbs 26:25 give about listening to the words of a hateful
person?
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23. What does Proverbs 26:26 say about this man’s hatred and what would
eventually happen to him?
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24. What would happen to the person who sets a trap for others? 26:27
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25. What do we learn about a lying tongue and a flattering mouth in Proverbs 26:28?
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“If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives
generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to
him” James 1:5, (NIV).

PRAYER FOR WISDOM​: Father, I ask that you give me wisdom regarding (name
the situation/be specific) to know what to say, what to do, and where to go. I
thank you for giving me this wisdom generously without finding fault in me. I
receive it by faith. In Jesus’ name, I pray, Amen.

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 Note: A Commentary on some of the verses:

● Proverbs 26:1:​ Snow makes no sense in summer; it is surprising and

inappropriate. But rain in harvest is not only unusual but damaging to the crops.
Honoring a fool is similarly inappropriate, and it may be harmful to those who
take him as a model. He may even believe the compliments and be encouraged
to try to take charge, with disastrous results!” ​Holman Old Testament
Commentary,​ Proverbs, p. 154, Max Anders.
● Proverbs 26:14:​ “Now the sluggard is found in bed. In fact, that’s the only place
you can find him. He seems bolted to the bed, like hinges attached to a door
jamb. Back and forth he rolls, but he never exerts the energy to get up and get
moving.” ​Holman Old Testament Commentary,​ Proverbs, p. 290, Max Anders.
● Proverbs 26:17:​ “It is easy to predict what will happen if you grab a stray dog by
the ears. You can expect to be bitten! And in the same way, there is little doubt
about the outcome if you meddle in someone else’s quarrel. The word meddle
means “to excite oneself,” a risky act when you are interfering in a situation you
do not fully understand.” ​Holman Old Testament Commentary,​ Proverbs, p. 232,
Max Anders.
● Proverbs 26:18-19:​ “Some people try to cover up malicious deception by
pretending that their actions were just in fun. More than mere practical jokes are
involved here; the activity is hurtful, damaging people like a berserk archer
(Proverbs 26:10) shooting firebrands or deadly arrows. This verse shows that
God holds people responsible to think ahead about the implications of their
actions. Playful motives are no excuse for wounding others.” ​Holman Old
Testament Commentary,​ Proverbs, p. 244, Max Anders.
● Proverbs 26:20: ​Gossip is the fuel that feeds the fire of a quarrel. Just as the
flame dies out without wood to burn, a quarrel that is not fed by fresh reports of
offenses can be set aside to die a natural death. A similar concept is repeated in
verse 21.” ​Holman Old Testament Commentary,​ Proverbs, p. 222, Max Anders.
● Proverbs 26: 28​ “Hate expresses itself in a variety of ways. Sometimes it makes
a direct attack, spreading lies to hurt or oppress a person. In other cases, it
resorts to flattery, exaggerating praise beyond the bounds of truth. The velvet
words are intended to lull the victim into complacency just before the trap is
sprung. Either tactic uses falsehood as a weapon to express hatred.” ​Holman Old
Testament Commentary,​ Proverbs, p. 221, Max Anders.

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 DEFINITIONS

● Curse: ​To utter a wish of evil against one; to imprecate evil upon; to call for
mischief or injury to fall upon; to execrate.
● Fools:​ They despise the wisdom of God and His instructions. (Proverbs 1:7);
(Proverbs 1:22)
● Wicked:​ Evil in principle or practice; deviating from the divine law; In Scripture,
persons who live in sin; transgressors of the divine law; all who are un-reconciled
to God, unsanctified or impenitent. (Proverbs 2:22)
● Flattering lips​: They utter false praise. (Proverbs 7:21)
● Deception:​ ​To mislead; In scripture, that which is obtained by guile, fraud, or
oppression; The leading of another person to believe what is false.
● Slothful:​ ​A slothful person is slack in his work; lazy;
● Talebearer:​ ​He or she reveals secrets; a whisperer; a person who
communicates secrets maliciously
● Strife:​ Quarrel; Contention in anger; enmity
● Contentious:​ ​A contentious person is quarrelsome
● Burning lips:​ They utter insincere words of love
● Meddling:​ ​Busy in other people’s affairs;

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 Proverbs Chapter 27 Worksheet

Memory Verse: ​“Wounds from a friend are better than many kisses from
an enemy.” Proverbs 27:6, (NLT).

Please Read Proverbs Chapter 27 and answer the following questions:

1. How should we view our future based on Proverbs 27:1?

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2. What does Proverbs 27:2 say about self-praise?
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3. To what does Proverbs 27:3 compare a fool’s wrath?
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4. In what way is jealousy destructive especially when it is mixed with anger? 27:4
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5. What is better than hidden love? 27:5. Explain
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7. According to Proverbs 27:7, how does a hungry soul differ from someone whose
soul is satisfied?
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8. To what does Proverbs 27:8 compare a man who wanders?
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9. What does the sweetness of a friend’s counsel that comes from the heart does
for you? 27:9
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10. What does Proverbs 27:10 teach us about the value of a friend in one’s life?
27:10
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11. How does a wise son affect how others view his parents? 27:11
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12. How does a prudent man’s action differ from a simple one whenever they see
evil? 27:12
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13. What does Proverbs 27:13 suggest that an individual can accept from a stranger
as collateral?
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14. What is deemed as unacceptable behavior in Proverbs 27:14?
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15. To what does Proverbs 27:15,16 compares a quarrelsome woman to?
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16. How does Proverbs 27:17 describe a valuable friendship? 27:17
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17. To what does Proverbs 27:18 compares the person who faithfully and patiently
serves those who are in authority? What will happen to this individual? 27:18
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below Proverbs 23:7.
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19. What does Proverbs 27:20 say about the lust of the eyes of a man?
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20. What are we to be diligent about according to Proverbs 27:21?
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21. How difficult is it to remove foolishness from a fool? 27:22
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22. According to Proverbs 27: 23, 24, it is necessary to be truthful about the state of
your life. Take care of your business and the things that will affect your life now
and in the future? Explain.
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23. Read Proverbs 27:25-27 and write down the lesson you are getting from it.
(Read the comment below on Proverbs 27: 23-27).
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“If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives
generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to
him” James 1:5, (NIV).

PRAYER FOR WISDOM​: Father, I ask that you give me wisdom regarding (name
the situation/be specific) to know what to say, what to do, and where to go. I
thank you for giving me this wisdom generously without finding fault in me. I
receive it by faith. In Jesus’ name, I pray, Amen.

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 Note: A Commentary on some of the verses:

● Proverbs 27:5-6:​ “...A rebuke may be painful, but healthy reproof is a way to
express love. Even uncomfortable contact is preferable to no contact or to love
that is hidden (closed up or withdrawn).” ​Holman Old Testament Commentary,
Proverbs, p. 118, Max Anders.
● Proverbs 27:7: “​People often assume that the wealthy enjoy life more than other
people. But luxury loses its thrill when you have too much of it. Honey was the
sweetest food available in ancient Israel, yet a person could tire of it if he filled
himself with delicacies. But the person who is hungry relishes even food that is
bitter. Hunger improves our appreciation for anything that we receive.” ​Holman
Old Testament Commentary,​ Proverbs, p. 269, Max Anders.
● Proverbs 27:13:​ “Normally, a Jew was not allowed to keep a debtor’s cloak or
other garments as collateral for a loan (Exod. 22:26-27). But this proverb urges
them to go ahead and take the garment if the person was foolish enough to sign
as security for the loan of a stranger or a wayward woman. Loss of a garment is
a small penalty for a person who would risk his possessions for a questionable,
perhaps sinful, relationship.” ​Holman Old Testament Commentary,​ Proverbs, p.
303, Max Anders.
● Proverbs 27:14:​ “As a humorous example of poor timing, this verse points out
the trouble you can get into if you say the right thing at the wrong time. Surely
there can be nothing wrong with blessing or praising a neighbor! But loudly
disturbing your friend’s sleep early in the morning will feel more like a curse than
a blessing.” ​Holman Old Testament Commentary,​ Proverbs, p. 210, Max Anders.
● Proverbs 27:23-27​: “These verses give a brief treatise on managing a farm, with
principles that apply to any livelihood. First, Proverbs gives the basic command:
pay attention to your flocks and herds! They need too much care, and too many
things can go wrong, to assume that they can be neglected. Any occupation
demands constant attention. Riches do not endure forever; if you do not continue
to monitor your investments, your wealth can disappear quickly. Even a king’s
crown is not automatically secure; maintaining a kingdom requires constant
vigilance. And if these seemingly impregnable sources of wealth can be lost, then
surely a farmer cannot afford to neglect his herds.” ​Holman Old Testament
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 DEFINITIONS:

● Simple:​ A person who does not know much. This person is naïve and can be
easily influenced. Proverbs 1:4
● Fools: ​They despise the wisdom of God and His instructions. (Proverbs 1:7);
(Proverbs 1:22)
● Prudence:​ Being very cautious. It is exercised more in foreseeing and avoiding
evil.
● A wrathful man:​ Has violent anger; indignation; greatly ​incensed
● Strife:​ Quarrel; Contention in anger; enmity
● A brawling/contentious woman: ​A contentious woman is quarrelsome or
argumentative.
● Curse:​ To utter a wish of evil against one; to imprecate evil upon; to call for
mischief or injury to fall upon; to execrate.
● Envy:​ To feel uneasiness, mortification or discontent, at the sight of superior
excellence, reputation or happiness enjoyed by another; to repine at another's
prosperity; to fret or grieve one's self at the real or supposed superiority of
another, and to hate him on that account.
● Honor:​ ​Reputation; good name; dignity;
● Rebuke: ​To chide; to reprove; to reprehend for a fault; to check by reproof
● Diligence: ​Steady application in business of any kind; constant effort to
accomplish what is undertaken; care; heed; heedfulness
● Surety:​ ​security against loss or damage or for the fulfillment of an obligation, the
payment of a debt, etc.
● Calamity​: ​To make ashamed; Cause of misery

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 Proverbs Chapter 28 Worksheet

Memory Verse: ​“He who is of a greedy spirit stirs up strife, but he who puts
his trust in the Lord shall be enriched and blessed” Proverbs 28:25, (AMP).

Please Read Proverbs Chapter 28 and answer the following questions:

1. How does Proverbs 28:1 describe the courage of the righteous and the
fearfulness of the wicked?
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2. How does immorality in a nations’ leadership affect the nation, and what happens
when a nation is led by a wise man who has knowledge and understanding? 28:2
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3. What happens when a poor man oppresses those who are poor like him? 28:3
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4. What does verse 28:4 say about people who reject God’s commandments and
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5. What does Proverbs 28:5 say about those who seek the Lord in comparison to
evil men when it comes to justice?
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6. Fill in the blank: Proverbs 28: 6, KJV: “Better is
the____________________________than______________________________.
7. According to Proverbs 28:7, what is the character of a wise son? And how does a
son who befriends riotous men affect his father?
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8. How do greedy people rob the poor, and what will eventually happen to the
riches they have gained unjustly? 28:8
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9. What would happen to someone who rejects God’s law when they pray? 28:9
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10. What would happen to someone who leads the righteous astray? And what
would happen to the righteous? 28:10
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11. How do rich people view themselves? Are they fooling the poor? 28:11
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12. How do people react to the exaltation of the righteous and to that of the wicked?
28:12
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13. How does a person who hides their sin get affected by his actions? What
happens to an individual who chooses to confess his/her sins? 28:13
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14. What would happen to the person who hardens his/her heart? 28:14
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15. How does Proverbs 28:15 illustrate a wicked ruler?
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16. What does Proverbs 28:16 say about a ruler or a leader who does not
understand God’s law or commandments? What does this verse say about a
ruler who hates covetousness and unjust gain?
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17. What would happen to an individual who commits murder? 28:17
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18. What does Proverbs 28:18 say about the individual who walks uprightly? And
what would happen to the one who walks in perverse ways?
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19. What results does a hard worker gets for tilling his land according to Proverbs?
What will happen to someone who runs around with people who are vain and
lack ambition? 28:19
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20. What will happen to a man who is faithful and trustworthy? What would happen
to the one who is just interested in rich-quick schemes? 28:20
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21. What is unacceptable behavior according to Proverbs 28:21; what does this
behavior leads to?
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22. What would happen to a man who rebukes another man in comparison to the
one with a flattering tongue? 28:23
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23. What does Proverbs 28:24 say about someone who robs his/her parents?
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24. What does a prideful heart lead to? 28:25
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26. What does Proverbs 28:26 say about a person who trusts in his/her own heart?
What should we do instead? Read and copy below Proverbs 3:5-6
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27. What is the result of giving to the poor in contrast to ignoring their needs? 28:27
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28. How do the wicked and the righteous have an effect on each other? 28:28
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“If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives
generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to
him” James 1:5, (NIV).

PRAYER FOR WISDOM​: Father, I ask that you give me wisdom regarding (name
the situation/be specific) to know what to say, what to do, and where to go. I
thank you for giving me this wisdom generously without finding fault in me. I
receive it by faith. In Jesus’ name, I pray, Amen.

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 Note: A Commentary on some of the verses:

● Proverbs 28:1:​ “The wicked carry a guilty conscience around with them,
and they realize that they have broken the law. Like criminals, they flee
even when no one pursues them, imagining that the law is after them”
Holman Old Testament Commentary,​ Proverbs, p. 337, Max Anders.
● Proverbs 28:6: ​“Wealth will not compensate for twisted morals.” ​Holman
Old Testament Commentary,​ Proverbs, p. 268, Max Anders.
● Proverbs 28:11:​ “Some wealthy people think their money proves them
superior in intelligence or ethics. They are wise in their own eyes; they
think they know it all. But a poor person who has insight or discernment
can see through the facade, recognizing the rich man’s true character.”
Holman Old Testament Commentary,​ Proverbs, p. 268, Max Anders.
● Proverbs 28: 20-22: ​“God says the path to blessing is to be faithful and
trustworthy, to show devotion to duty. But many people prefer to pursue
get-rich-quick schemes that usually involve devious, dishonest methods.”
Holman Old Testament Commentary,​ Proverbs, p. 269, Max Anders.
● Proverbs 28:28: ​“When the wicked rise to power, people groan and go
into hiding, withdrawing to a safer place on the outskirts of social life.
Holman Old Testament Commentary,​ Proverbs, p. 142, Max Anders.

DEFINITIONS:

● A wicked person:​ Is ​Evil in principle or practice; deviating from the divine

law; In Scripture, persons who live in sin; transgressors of the divine law;
all who are un-reconciled to God, unsanctified or impenitent. (Proverbs
2:22)
● Abomination:​ The object of detestation; Extreme hatred; Example: The
way of the wicked is an abomination to the Lord.
● Partiality: ​unfair bias in favor of one thing or person compared with
another; favoritism.
● Pride:​ ​An unreasonable conceit of one’s own superiority in wealth;
accomplishments, rank or elevation in office, etc.
● Rebuke: ​To chide; to reprove; to reprehend for a fault; to check by reproof

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 ● Strife:​ Quarrel; Contention in anger; enmity
● A wrathful man:​ Has violent anger; indignation; greatly ​incensed
● Fools: T ​ hey despise the wisdom of God and His instructions. (Proverbs
1:7); (Proverbs 1:22)
● Righteous: ​According to Wiersbe, “The Hebrew words in Proverbs that
are translated “righteous,” “righteousness,” “upright,” “uprightness,”
describe ethical conduct that conforms to God’s standards and moral
character that comes from a right relationship with the Lord and His
Word,” p116.
● Perverse ways: ​Corrupt; turned away from what is right or good
● Perverseness:​ unaccommodating or acting in opposition to what is proper
or what is desired by others.
● Riotous men; Riot: ​To revel; to run to excess in feasting, drinking or
other sensual indulgences; boisterous, lively, loud, noisy, unruly,
unrestrained, rollicking, uninhibited;
● Usury: ​In present usage, illegal interest; a premium or compensation paid
or stipulated to be paid for the use of money borrowed or retained, beyond
the rate of interest established by law.

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 Proverbs Chapter 29 Worksheet

Memory Verse: ​“The fear of man bringeth a snare: but whoso putteth his
trust in the LORD shall be safe” Proverbs 29:25, (KJV).

Please Read Proverbs Chapter 29 Worksheet and answer the following

questions:

1. What are the consequences of refusing reproof? 29:1

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2. How is society affected when the righteous are in authority in contrast to when
the wicked rule? 29:2
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3. What effect does a son/daughter who loves wisdom has on his/her parents? 29:3
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4. How does hanging around with harlots affect a man’s wealth? 29:3
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5. When those in authority practice justice, how is the nation affected? And what
happens when the one in authority accepts bribes? 29:4
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6. What are the effects of flattery? 29:5
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7. What are the effects of righteousness as compared to the effects of
transgression? 29:6
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8. How is the attitude of the righteous in comparison to that of the wicked towards
the poor? 29:7
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9. How does the behavior of the scornful affect a city? And what do the wise men
do instead? 29:8
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10. What happens when a wise man argues with a foolish man? 29:9
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11. How are the upright or the blameless treated in society? 29:10
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12. How does a foolish man act in comparison to a wise man when he is angry?
29:11
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13. What happens to a leader’s officials when he/she, the leader, listens to false
statements? 29:12
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14. What is the lesson in Proverbs 29:13?
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15. What happens to the king’s reign or any leader when he judges the poor fairly?
29:14
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16. What happens when a child is left to himself? 29:15; what does this verse say
ought to be done?
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17. What happens when the wicked are in authority? 29:16; what does this verse
promise the righteous?
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18. What assurance does Proverbs 29:17 give us when we consistently correct our
children?
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19. Fill in the blank: Proverbs 29:18, KJV: Where there is
_____________________the_____________________________.
20. Are words enough to bring correction to a servant? 29:19
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21. What is other people’s perception of someone who talks too much? 29:20
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22. What ultimately happens when a servant is treated as a family member? 29:21
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23. What does Proverbs 29:22 tell us about the behavior of an angry or a furious
man?
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24. What does pride do to a man? 29:23; what happens to those who have a humble
spirit?
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25. Read and copy below Proverbs 16:18 below
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26. What does a man who partners with a thief say about himself? 29:24
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27. How does being afraid of people affect us? 29:25; what should we do instead?
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28. Where does justice come from? 29:26; From whom do many people seek favor?
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29. How do the upright view those who are unjust and how do the wicked people
view those who are upright? 29:27
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 “If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives
generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to
him” James 1:5, (NIV).

PRAYER FOR WISDOM​: Father, I ask that you give me wisdom regarding (name
the situation/be specific) to know what to say, what to do, and where to go. I
thank you for giving me this wisdom generously without finding fault in me. I
receive it by faith. In Jesus’ name, I pray, Amen.

Note: A Commentary on some of the verses:

● Proverbs 29:1​: “One day the wicked really will fall though justice may seem
silent now. A person who is stiff-necked and hardened, so that he refuses to
repent even in the face of repeated rebukes, will eventually reap the
consequences of his actions. When the judgment hits, it will come abruptly, and
there will be no remedy that can reverse it.” ​Holman Old Testament
Commentary,​ Proverbs, p. 118, Max Anders.
● Proverbs 29:17:​ “A parent who makes the effort to restrain and train his son will
reap two benefits. First, your son will give you the peace of being able to relax,
knowing that you need not worry about what he will do next. Wisdom itself will
guide him well. Second, your son will give you joy. The Hebrew literally says,
“dainties for your soul,” a metaphor for the joyful satisfaction that comes from
watching one’s offspring prosper and mature in the ways of God.” ​Holman Old
Testament Commentary,​ Proverbs, p. 127, Max Anders.
● Proverbs 29:19,21:​ “The principle of discipline for a son applies to a servant as
well. In the Old Testament culture, many families had slaves or servants who
were part of the household. The family head was responsible for helping these
family members develop character as well. Words alone are not effective; we
must follow up with action (v. 19). And a person who pampers a servant
produces poor results in the long run (v. 21). The meaning of the Hebrew word
for grief is uncertain.” ​Holman Old Testament Commentary,​ Proverbs, p. 127,
Max Anders.

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● Proverbs 29:25:​ “The writer uses a word for fear that means “trembling, terror,”
unlike the term for reverent awe found in 1:7. When we are terrified by a person,
we are easily trapped or controlled. But when we overcome fear of man by
trusting in God, we will be kept safe. The word used means “to be set
inaccessibly high, to be exalted”-lifted to safety above the reach of human
threats.” ​Holman Old Testament Commentary,​ Proverbs, p. 96, Max Anders.
● Proverbs 29:27:​ “Proverbs offers a surprisingly graphic description of the
antagonism between the righteous and the wicked. The word detest means to
consider abominable, to abhor, and is used to describe God’s attitude toward
idolatry and child sacrifice (Deut. 12:31). No verse more clearly expresses the
truth that life is a choice between two paths. A person chooses for God or against
him, and there will always be a conflict between those two alternatives.” ​Holman
Old Testament Commentary,​ Proverbs, p. 141, Max Anders.

DEFINITIONS

● Reproof: ​Blame cast; censure directed to a person.

● Wrath:​ Violent anger
● Wicked:​ ​Evil in principle or practice; deviating from the divine law; In Scripture,
persons who live in sin; transgressors of the divine law; all who are unreconciled
to God, unsanctified or impenitent. (Proverbs 2:22)
● Scorner:​ “In scripture, is one who scoffs at religion, its ordinances and teachers,
and who makes a mock of sin and the judgments and threatenings of God
against sinners.” (Noah Webster’s 1828 Dictionary) (Proverbs 1:22)
● Flattery: ​Utters false praise. (Proverbs 7:21)
● Train up a child:​ To train or train up, to educate: to teach; to form by instruction
or practice; to bring up.
● Strife:​ Quarrel; Contention in anger; enmity
● Transgressor: ​One who breaks a law or violates a command; one who violates
any known rule or principle of rectitude.
● Honor:​ Reputation; good name; dignity;
● Harlot: ​A woman who prostitutes her body for hire. (Proverbs 7:10)
● To Hearken:​ To listen; to lend the ear; to attend to what is uttered, with
eagerness or curiosity. To hear intelligently.
● A Snare: ​To entangle; Anything by which one is entangled and brought into
trouble.
● Abomination: ​The object of detestation; Extreme hatred; Example: The way of
the wicked is an abomination to the Lord.

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● Vision:​ Redemptive revelation of God; Proverbs 29:18, NLT, says, “When
people do not accept divine guidance, they run wild. But whoever obeys the law
is happy.” i.e obeys the word of God.

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 Proverbs Chapter 30 Worksheet

Memory Verse:​ “Every word of God is pure: he is a shield unto them that
put their trust in him.” Proverbs 30:5, (KJV).

Please Read Proverbs Chapter 30 and answer the following questions:

Background​:​ The Book of Proverbs was written mainly by Solomon. However,

Proverbs Chapter 30 contains the words of Agur, the son of Jakeh. One of the things
that stand out about his writings is the emphasis on humility. Agur was a well-known
sage. A sage is someone who is wise or exhibits signs of wisdom or intelligence.

1. According to Proverbs 30:1, who spoke the words found in this chapter? To
whom did he speak these words?
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2. How does Agur show humility in Proverbs 30:2-3? i.e what does he admit about
himself? Do you admit it when you don’t know the answer to a challenging
question?
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3. What is the answer to Proverbs 30:4?
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4. Read and copy below Proverbs 30:5; What does Agur say about God and His
word?
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5. What instruction is given in Proverbs 30:6 and why?
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6. What two things does Agur ask of God in Proverbs 30:7-8?
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7. What does Agur fear would happen if he got very rich? And what consequences
does he fear from poverty? 30:9; What are the lessons in this verse?
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8. What is the warning in Proverbs 30:10 and why?
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9. How does the generation mentioned in Proverbs 30:11 treat their parents?
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10. How does Proverbs 30:12,13 say this obnoxious generation views their
behavior?
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11. How does this evil generation treat the needy and those who are poor according
to Proverbs 30:14?
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12. In Proverbs 30:15 Agur shows a picture of a greedy person. What does he
compare the greedy person to in verse 15? What are his/her two daughters say
all the time due to their greediness?
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13. What are the four things that are never satisfied in Proverbs 30:16 just like a
greedy person?
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14. How does Proverbs 30:17 describes the behavior of disrespectful children? What
will be the consequence of their behavior?
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15. What are the four things that are surprising to Agur according to Proverbs
30:18-19?
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16. What does Agur say about an adulterous woman in Proverbs 30:20? What does
her meal and wiping her mouth symbolize?
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17. What four things cause so much trouble that they make the earth tremble?
30:21-23; Please explain how each of these four things causes problems.
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18. What four small animals demonstrate wisdom in Proverbs 30:24-28? Explain
what we can learn from these animals?
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19. What are the four stately monarchs on the earth mentioned in Proverbs
30:29-31? What do you think the author wants you to learn from this four
super-powers?
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 20. What advice does Proverbs 30:32 give regarding the mistakes you may have
spoken?
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21. How does Agur illustrate the problems created by anger in Proverbs 30:33?
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“If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives
generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to
him” James 1:5, (NIV).

PRAYER FOR WISDOM​: Father, I ask that you give me wisdom regarding (name
the situation/be specific) to know what to say, what to do, and where to go. I
thank you for giving me this wisdom generously without finding fault in me. I
receive it by faith. In Jesus’ name, I pray, Amen.

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 Note: A Commentary on some of the verses:

● Proverbs 30:5-6:​ “If no person can find truth by his own intellect or power, then
God is the only infallible source of truth. His word is flawless; it has stood the
test. And those who trust him and his word will find that he protects them like a
shield. Because God’s Word is already flawless, we must not attempt to add to or
improve on it or take away from it (Deut. 12:32; Rev. 22:18). ​Holman Old
Testament Commentary,​ Proverbs, p. 348, Max Anders.
● Proverbs 30:21-23:​ “Here are four people we could do without; they cause so
much trouble that the earth trembles! A servant who moves directly into the role
of king has neither the training nor experience to rule well. The fool who is full of
food will be even more insensitive to the needs of those around him. A woman
desperate for love will bring her deep hurts into marriage and find it hard to relate
properly to her husband. And a maidservant who steps into the place of her
mistress will surely flounder, perhaps because she does not know how to direct
others. ​Holman Old Testament Commentary,​ Proverbs, p. 350, Max Anders.
● Proverbs 30:29-31:​ “Agur uses three impressive animals as comparisons to the
noble appearance and regal bearing of a king. The lion, of course, has the
reputation of being king of the beasts, dominant over the others. Roosters, too,
have a natural strut that reminds one of the pomp of a king’s court. The he-goat
at the head of a flock of goats puts on an aggressive front intended to show any
rivals that he is in charge. A king surrounded by his army instinctively takes on a
similar appearance, acting the part of the proud and noble monarch.” ​Holman Old
Testament Commentary,​ Proverbs, p. 351, Max Anders.

DEFINITIONS

● Reproof: ​Blame cast; censure directed to a person.

● A leech:​ It is a blood-sucker
● Wrath:​ Violent anger
● Scorner/mocker/scoffer:​ “In scripture, is one who scoffs at religion, its
ordinances and teachers, and who makes a mock of sin and the judgments and
threatenings of God against sinners.” (Noah Webster’s 1828 Dictionary)
(Proverbs 1:22)
● Strife:​ Quarrel; Contention in anger; enmity
● Adulterous woman: ​A woman who is guilty of adultery. Adultery is a violation of
the marriage bed. It occurs when a man has sexual intercourse with a married
woman.

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 Proverbs Chapter 31 Worksheet

Memory Verse: ​“Charm and grace are deceptive, and beauty is vain
[because it is not lasting], but a woman who reverently and worshipfully
fears the Lord, she shall be praised!” Proverbs 31:30, ​(AMP)

Please Read Proverbs Chapter 31 and answer the following questions:

1. According to Proverbs 31:1,2 who wrote these words? Who taught him these
words?
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2. What warning is this mother giving to her son? 31:3
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3. What dangerous practice should kings avoid and why? 31:4,5
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4. According to Proverbs 31:6,7, to whom should we give a strong drink to? ​Note:
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5. How does Proverbs 31:8,9 suggest a ruler or king use his influence?
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6. How does Proverbs 31:10 describe the value of a virtuous woman? What is the
lesson for men/husbands?
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7. How is the husband blessed by having a virtuous wife? 31:11,12; Give examples
in which husbands and wives should trust one another.
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8. What kind of work does the virtuous woman do, and what is her attitude towards
her work? 31:13, 19, & 22
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9. How is the virtuous woman like the merchant ships? 31:14
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10. When does the virtuous woman wake and what does she do for her household?
31:15
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11. What does Proverbs 31:16 says about her confidence in making a business
decision? What did she do thereafter?
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12. What does Proverbs 31:17 say about her? What does this mean?
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13. How does Proverbs 31:18 portray the virtuous woman’s confidence in her skills?
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15. The virtuous woman does not live in fear, why is that? 31:22
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16. How do her commitment, skill, and faithfulness affect her husband’s life? 31:23
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17. According to Proverbs 31:24, what does she make and what does she do with
what she makes?
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18. Proverbs 31:25 mentions two characteristics of the virtuous woman? What are
they?
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19. What does Proverbs 31:26 say about her speech?
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20. Please Read and copy below Proverbs 8:6-9
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21. What is her focus according to Proverbs 31:27?
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22. How does her family show their respect for her diligence and skillfulness? 31:28
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23. Read and copy below Proverbs 31:29.
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24. What kind of woman earns praise from her husband according to Proverbs 31:30
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25. Why is the virtuous woman getting praised in the city? 31:31
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 “If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives
generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to
him,” James 1:5, (NIV).

PRAYER FOR WISDOM​: Father, I ask that you give me wisdom regarding (name
the situation/be specific) to know what to say, what to do, and where to go. I
thank you for giving me this wisdom generously without finding fault in me. I
receive it by faith. In Jesus’ name, I pray, Amen.

Note: A Commentary on some verses:

● Proverbs 31:10: ​“The opening verse states the theme of the poem: the
value of a good wife, a wife of noble character. The Hebrew word noble
character implies strength and ability and is repeated in verse 29. Ruth
was called a noblewoman (Ruth 3:11)”. ​Holman Old Testament
Commentary,​ Proverbs, p. 361, Max Anders.
● Proverbs 31:11-12:​ “The husband appears in verses 11-12 and verses
23,28. He can have full confidence in such a wife; literally, “His heart trusts
in her.” She is completely faithful in every area, and one result is that her
husband lacks nothing of value”. ​Holman Old Testament Commentary,
Proverbs, p. 361, Max Anders.
● Proverbs 31:26:​ “In verse 20, she is a giver of help; here she is a giver of
wisdom, like Lady Wisdom in chapter 1. She shares her wisdom with her
husband and instructs her children and servants” ​Holman Old Testament
Commentary,​ Proverbs, p. 363, Max Anders.
● Proverbs 31:28-29:​ “The wife and mother in this home receive the
appreciation she deserves, as her family acknowledges how she has
blessed their lives. The children call her blessed, implying that she sees
her lot in life as a gift from God, not as an intolerable burden. Her positive
approach and zest for life inspire her husband to echo the children’s
praise. He tells her that many women are noble (same word as in v. 10),
but she surpasses them all-she is the best.” ​Holman Old Testament
Commentary,​ Proverbs, p. 363, Max Anders.

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 MY THOUGHTS ON THE PROVERBS 31 WOMAN

I admire this woman and I am so thankful that she is a godly example to

many of us. I believe that this is a lifetime journey. She did not become a
virtuous woman overnight. It takes time and years of intentionally spending
time in prayer and the word to become a virtuous woman.

Also, you don’t have to be a wife to be a virtuous woman. Any woman who
loves God and his Word and acts on the word of God can become a
virtuous woman.

Note:​ I have more to share with you about how we can become virtuous
women based on what we learned in the book of Proverbs. Also, I will
share with you the prayer that I pray over myself based on Proverbs 31.

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E-book will be available on my website,
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this e-book, please leave a comment on my website or use the contact
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DEFINITIONS:

● Virtuous:​ Being in conformity to the moral or divine law; as a virtuous action; a

virtuous life; Chaste; applied to women.
● Idle:​ ​Slothful; given to rest and ease; averse to labor or employment; lazy; not
employed; unoccupied with business; inactive; doing nothing.
● Household:​ Those who dwell under the same roof and compose a family; those
who belong to a family.
● Wisdom:​ (Amplified) “comprehensive insight into the ways and purposes of
God.” (Proverbs 4:11)
● Merchant:​ A who traffics or carries on trade with foreign countries, or who
exports and imports goods and sells them by wholesale. In popular usage, any
trader, or one who deals in the purchase and sale of goods.

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