Proverbs 22:17-21

17 Listen carefully to my wisdom; take to heart what I can teach you. You'll treasure its sweetness deep within;
18 you'll give it bold expression in your speech.
19 To make sure your foundation is trust in God, I'm laying it all out right now just for you.
20 I'm giving you thirty sterling principles - tested guidelines to live by.
21 Believe me - these are truths that work, and will keep you accountable to those who sent you.

Proverbs 22:17-21 Meaning and Commentary

INTRODUCTION TO 1 KINGS 10

This chapter contains an account of the queen of Sheba's visit to King Solomon to her great satisfaction, 1Ki 10:1-13, of Solomon's merchandise and riches, and the magnificence of his court, 1Ki 10:14-23, of the rich presents sent to him, and of the purchase of chariots and horses, and other things, he made, 1Ki 10:24-29.

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