Proverbs 14:15-17

15 The inexperienced believe anything, but the sensible watch^[a] their steps.^[b]

16 A wise man is cautious and turns from evil, but a fool is easily angered and is careless.^[c]

17 A quick-tempered man acts foolishly, and a man who schemes is hated.^[d]

Proverbs 14:15-17 Meaning and Commentary

INTRODUCTION TO FIRST KINGS 4

As in the preceding chapter we have a proof of the wisdom and understanding which the Lord gave to Solomon, as promised, so in this an account is given of the riches and honour he was possessed of; of him, as king over all Israel, and of his princes, 1Ki 4:1-6; of the providers of food for his household in the several parts of the land, 1Ki 4:7-19; of the largeness and extent of his dominions, and of the peace and prosperity thereof, 1Ki 4:20,21,24,25; of his daily provisions for his household and for his cattle, 1Ki 4:22,23,26-28; and of his superior wisdom and knowledge to all others in all nations, which brought some out of all to hear it, 1Ki 4:29-34.

Footnotes

• [a]. Lit the prudent understand
• [b]. Jms 1:5-8
• [c]. Or and falls
• [d]. Pr 12:2; 24:8