Proverbs 10:1—22:16 – The Proverbs of Solomon

BIBLE TEXT

Proverbs 10:1-22:16

SUMMARY

The Proverbs found in 10:1—22:16 are titled the proverbs of Solomon.

ANALYSIS

These are the proverbs of Solomon, identified as the quintessential wise king. In fact, Solomon is considered in 1:1 the author of all of the Book of Proverbs.  His sayings continue in Proverbs 25:1—29:27. (See Background of Proverbs.) The proverbs found here are largely straightforward sayings of various sorts. (See Introductory Issues in Proverbs.)