Part 1
Every word of the lord is ___, He is a shield unto them that put their trust in Him.
pure
Who despises wisdom and instructions?
A fool
Wisdom can be found in the simplest of places. Though very tiny and weak in itself, we are instructed to carefully study it, learn it ways and be wise. What animal is that?
The ant
In Proverbs, what is often referred to as the beginning of wisdom?
The fear of the Lord is often referred to as the beginning of wisdom in Proverbs.
Where is the verse "A friend loveth at all times, and a brother is born for adversity" located?
Proverbs 17:17
Who flees when no man pursues him?
The wicked
Keep thy ___ with all diligence for out if are the issues of life
heart
Anger resteth in the bosom of ___
A fool
Proverbs 9:10 conveys the message...
(to answer the question you can either say the verse or paraphase what that verse means)
"The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom: and the knowledge of the holy is understanding."
It emphasizes that having reverence and respect for God is the starting point of true wisdom and understanding.
An excellent wife is a what to her husband?
crown
Iron sharpeneth ___, so a man sharpeneth the countenance of his friend
iron
My son, if sinners entice thee, ___
Consent thou not
Though very small and boneless, in it lies the power of life and death. What part of the body is it?
The tongue
where does the verse "Pride goeth before destruction, and an haughty spirit before a fall" come from?
Proverbs 16:18
True or false
Did David write a little of the Book of Proverbs?
FALSE
Favour is deceitful and beauty is ___
vain
Her children arise up and call her blessed. Who is referred to here?
The virtuous woman
A man’s ___ maketh room for him, and bringeth him before ___
Gift…great men
The second child of his mother, he was God’s chosen man to be king over Israel after the
reign of David; his kingdom was notably known for unmatched prosperity. He is
recognized to be the author of 3 books of the old testament including most parts of the
Proverbs. What’s his name?
King Solomon
Proverbs 27:17 (KJV) speaks about the impact of friends. What is the analogy used to describe this impact?
Proverbs 27:17 (KJV) uses the analogy of "iron sharpeneth iron" to describe how friends can positively influence and improve each other.
The blessing of the Lord, it maketh ___ and he addeth no sorrow to it.
rich
He that covereth his sin shall not ___ but whoso confesseth and forsaketh them shall have ___
prosper…mercy
The ___ will not plow by reason of the cold; therefore shall he beg in harvest, and have ___
sluggard…nothing
What happens to a man who though been often reproved, hardened his neck? *cite reference for extra points
"Whoever remains stiff-necked after many rebukes will suddenly be destroyed—without remedy."
Proverbs 29:1****
(This proverb is a warning about the consequences of being resistant to correction or refusing to heed advice. It suggests that someone who continually ignores reproof and remains stubborn in their ways will ultimately face severe consequences, and those consequences will come suddenly and without a remedy.)
“These six things doth the Lord hate, yea, seven are an abomination unto Him…”
Mention at least 4 of them. (You may mention all 7 for extra points)