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Proverbs has 31 chapters and 9,921 words in its original [[Hebrew]]; it can be read in its entirety in 2 hours.
[[File:3403655435 ea7ce6933b.jpg|thumbnail|right|250px|Stained glass artwork depicting King Solomon]]
'''Proverbs''' משלי is a book in the [[Bible]] in the [[Old Testament]], part of [[Ketuvim]]. It comes after the book of [[Psalms]] and precedes [[Ecclesiastes]]. It is grouped as part of the "[[Wisdom Literature|wisdom literature]]" section of the Bible. Proverbs has 31 chapters and 9,921 words in its original [[Hebrew]]; it can be read in its entirety in 2 hours.
The Book of Proverbs emphasizes the topics of [[wisdom]], [[righteousness]], and the [[fear of the Lord]], contrasting them with [[Fool|foolishness]] and [[wicked]]ness. It also offers practical guidance on various aspects of life, including [[Interpersonal relations|relationships]] (including how to deal with fools and [[evil]] people), [[Work ethic|work and the importance of diligence]], the power of words and having good speech, the blessings of generosity and financial matters - all within the context of a godly [[worldview]]. Key themes include the importance of wisdom, [[humility]], [[honesty]] and the consequences of godly/wise and [[evil]]/foolish choices.<ref>[https://enterthebible.org/courses/proverbs/lessons/theological-themes-in-proverbs Theological Themes in Proverbs]</ref><ref>[https://biblehub.com/top10/key_themes_in_the_book_of_proverbs.htm Key Themes in the Book of Proverbs]</ref>
