SUMMARY
The Proverbs found in 10:1—22:16 are titled the proverbs of SolomonThird king of Israel who was known for wisdom and building the first Temple. More.
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.)
