Divide into groups of 2-4, review chapters one and two and identify similar themes.
Review and finish bit on the fear of the Lord
…the close association with “fear” and “knowledge of God,” suggests that wisdom is not just practical teaching or life lessons, it has something to do with relating to God. Conversely, theological study—study done with the intention to know God more fully—cannot be separated from the way one lives one’s life” ---FM Wilson NIVAC p. 105
Paths
What does this passage teach us about paths?
A path is a symbol of community, because in walking a path, one walks where others have and continue to walk. –WP Brown NIVAC p 106
Characteristics of, ends of,
What do verses 12-15 say about the sinners?
- It is a way and a person.
- They started out right 13
- Darkness = lack of understanding.
- They rejoice doing bad things and delight in what is wrong with others.
What do verses 16-19 say about immoral women?
- They flatter
- Forsakes the companion.
- Forgets the covenant relationship.
- House leads to or is close to death.
- Involvement with her is fatal.
What do they have in common?
What is their attraction to these?
How does wisdom lay a foundation of prevention for these?
v. 21 What are NT rewards for goodness and righteousness?
Application: Do you talk to your kids about commercials?
What do you say to them?
Encourage questions and critical reflection.
Forgets 9337 תַּהְפֻּכֹות (tǎh∙pǔ∙ḵôṯ): n.fem.pl.; ≡ Str 8419; TWOT 512f—1. LN 88.262–88.270 perversity, i.e., what is morally crooked from a standard, often with a focus on words that are perverse (Dt 32:20; Pr 2:12, 14; 6:14; 8:13; 10:31, 32; 16:28, 30+), see also domain LN 33.374–33.381; 2. LN 32.19–32.23 confusing things, i.e., false perceptions or hallucinations that make one not understand rationally (Pr 23:33+)[1]
What do they have in common?
What are some similarities between the men and immoral woman
12a -- evil-evil, distress, adversity, injury, calamity
12b – perverse
1. LN 88.262–88.270 perversity, i.e., what is morally crooked from a standard, often with a focus on words that are perverse (Dt 32:20; Pr 2:12, 14; 6:14; 8:13; 10:31, 32; 16:28, 30+), see also domain LN 33.374–33.381;
2. LN 32.19–32.23 confusing things, i.e., false perceptions or hallucinations that make one not understand rationally (Pr 23:33+)[2]
Str Strong’s Lexicon
TWOT Theological Wordbook of the Old Testament
LN Louw-Nida Greek-English Lexicon
LN Louw-Nida Greek-English Lexicon
LN Louw-Nida Greek-English Lexicon
+ I have cited every reference in regard to this lexeme discussed under this definition.
[1] Swanson, J. (1997). Dictionary of Biblical Languages with Semantic Domains : Hebrew (Old Testament) (electronic ed.). Oak Harbor: Logos Research Systems, Inc.
Str Strong’s Lexicon
TWOT Theological Wordbook of the Old Testament
LN Louw-Nida Greek-English Lexicon
LN Louw-Nida Greek-English Lexicon
LN Louw-Nida Greek-English Lexicon
+ I have cited every reference in regard to this lexeme discussed under this definition.
[2] Swanson, J. (1997). Dictionary of Biblical Languages with Semantic Domains : Hebrew (Old Testament) (electronic ed.). Oak Harbor: Logos Research Systems, Inc.
