Proverbs 23:17-27

17 Don't envy sinners, but always respect the Lord.

18 Then you will have hope for the future, and your wishes will come true.

19 Listen, my child, and be wise. Keep your mind on what is right

20 Don't drink too much wine or eat too much food.

21 Those who drink and eat too much become poor. They sleep too much and end up wearing rags

22 Listen to your father, who gave you life, and do not forget your mother when she is old.

23 Learn the truth and never reject it. Get wisdom, self-control, and understanding.

24 The father of a good child is very happy; parents who have wise children are glad because of them.

25 Make your father and mother happy; give your mother a reason to be glad.

26 My son, pay attention to me, and watch closely what I do.

27 A prostitute is as dangerous as a deep pit, and an unfaithful wife is like a narrow well.

Proverbs 23:17-27 Meaning and Commentary

INTRODUCTION TO 1 KINGS 11

This chapter relates the false steps Solomon took, notwithstanding all his wisdom, in marrying strange wives, and worshipping other gods, 1Ki 11:1-8 upon which the Lord threatens him to rend the kingdom in his son's time, 1Ki 11:9-13 and he raised up adversaries against him, Hadad, Rezon, and Jeroboam, 1Ki 11:14-26 of which last an account is given, and of his being assured by Ahijah the prophet of his having ten of the tribes of Israel given to him; which Solomon having notice of sought to slay him, 1Ki 11:27-40 and the chapter is concluded with an account of Solomon's death and burial, 1Ki 11:41-43.