Author: Tekna Truth

This chapter, attributed to Solomon and curated by Hezekiah’s men, blends practical wisdom with poetic depth, offering lessons that resonate even today. Verse 1: “These are more proverbs of Solomon, compiled by the men of Hezekiah king of Judah.”This opener isn’t just a footnote—it’s a bridge across centuries. Hezekiah, a reformer king (2 Kings 18),…

Proverbs 24 is a rich chapter in the Book of Proverbs, part of the wisdom literature in the Bible traditionally attributed to King Solomon. It offers practical and moral guidance for living a righteous, prudent life. Let’s break it down and provide some commentary on its key themes and verses. The chapter begins with a…

Proverbs 23 is a chapter in the Book of Proverbs from the Old Testament, filled with practical wisdom and guidance for living a righteous and prudent life. It’s part of a collection often attributed to King Solomon, known for his deep insight into human behavior and morality. Let’s break it down and offer some commentary…

Verse 1 Hebrew: לֵב מֶלֶךְ בְּיַד־יְהוָה פַּלְגֵי־מַיִם כָּל־אֲשֶׁר יַחְפֹּץ יַטֶּנּוּTranslation: “The heart of a king is channels of water in the hand of YHWH; wherever He desires, He inclines it.”Commentary: “Lev melekh” (heart of a king) is the epicenter of authority, yet “palgei-mayim” (channels of water) suggests fluidity, guided by “yad-YHWH” (hand of YHWH)—a farmer’s…

This chapter isn’t just a collection of pithy sayings—it’s a tapestry of divine authority, human responsibility, and the tension between our perceptions and God’s reality. Below, I’ll expand on key verses with a richer analysis. Verse 1: Divine Sovereignty Over Human Will “The king’s heart is a stream of water in the hand of the…

Proverbs 21 offers a rich collection of wisdom sayings, primarily attributed to Solomon, focusing on themes like righteousness, justice, humility, and the sovereignty of God. The chapter opens with a striking image: “The king’s heart is a stream of water in the hand of the Lord; he turns it wherever he will” (v. 1). This…

The chapter opens with a warning about excess: “Wine is a mocker, strong drink a brawler, and whoever is led astray by it is not wise” (Proverbs 20:1). This verse sets the tone, cautioning against the dangers of overindulgence. It’s not just about alcohol—though that’s the explicit focus—but about anything that clouds judgment or stirs…

Proverbs 19:1“Better the poor whose walk is blameless than a fool whose lips are perverse.”Integrity outweighs wealth. God values a life of righteousness over material gain or clever but deceitful words. From His perspective, a blameless character reflects His nature far more than earthly status or manipulative speech. The perverse fool may seem to prosper,…

Proverbs 18:1 Hebrew: לְתַאֲוָה יְבַקֵּשׁ נִפְרָד בְּכָל־תּוּשִׁיָּה יִתְגַּלָּעTranslation: “One who isolates himself seeks his own desire; he breaks out against all sound judgment.”Commentary: The unwise isolate themselves, driven by selfish cravings, rejecting collective wisdom. The wise, by contrast, value community and counsel, reflecting a spiritual humility that trusts God’s design for relationships. Proverbs 18:2 Hebrew:…