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  • According to the Bible, the author of Proverbs was Solomon. It is unclear, however, whether or not Solomon wrote all of them. For instance, Chapter 30 is attributed to Agur, Son of Jakeh. http://www.abu.nb.ca/ecm/Pro00a.htm As Solomon has never been proven to be an actual historical figure, secular identification of the author of Proverbs is problematic.
  • The record does not say that Solomon wrote the Proverbs. However, it says that he ‘spoke’ proverbs, also that “he . . . made a thorough search, that he might arrange many proverbs in order,” thus showing that he had an interest in preserving proverbs for later use. (1 Kings 4:32; Eccl. 12:9) In the time of David and Solomon, there were official secretaries in the lists of court officials. (2 Samuel. 20:25; 2 Kings 12:10) Whether these scribes in his court wrote and collected his proverbs, we do not know, but the expressions of any ruler of his caliber would be highly regarded and would normally be recorded. It is generally agreed that the book is a collection compiled from other collections. The beneficial purpose of Proverbs is stated in the opening verses: “For one to know wisdom and discipline, to discern the sayings of understanding, to receive the discipline that gives insight, righteousness and judgment and uprightness, to give to the inexperienced ones shrewdness, to a young man knowledge and thinking ability.” (1:2-4) In harmony with that stated purpose, the book highlights knowledge, wisdom, and understanding, each of which is beneficial in its particular way. In harmony with the beneficial purpose of Proverbs, the book presents an abundance of wise, inspired counsel to help us acquire understanding and safeguard the heart, “for out of it are the sources of life.” (4:23) Yes, the Bible Book of Proverbs has been recorded so that we all may benefit from it.
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