The Book of Proverbs

Discover the role of wisdom in the book of Proverbs as we exegete the book in its cultural, historical, and literary setting.

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Students discover the role of wisdom in the book of Proverbs by doing an exegetical study of the book itself in its cultural, historical, and literary settings. The course begins with an analysis of the book’s structure and purpose, focusing on the forms of wisdom literature as seen in the literary structure of Proverbs. Waltke then moves to poetic analysis and finally to the prominent theme of wisdom that permeates the book. Students are encouraged to apply wisdom themes to life.

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  • Understand the Book of Proverbs in its historical, canonical, and contemporary contexts.
  • Recognize the forms of wisdom literature in the Book of Proverbs in light of Ancient Near Eastern collections of sayings and admonitions.
  • Define “wisdom” and understand the relationship of God and man to wisdom.
  • Understand the interpretive issues in the Book of Proverbs.
  • The lecture is illuminating, and the lecturer is down to earth. His dexterity in handling the lecture is commendable.

    — Gabriel, United States
  • It has been such a help for me. I have grown spiritually in understanding wisdom more biblically. I am so thankful for profesor Walter. I am so thankful for the many years he has dedicated to be in the presence of our HEAVENLY FATHER looking closely and deeply in the knowledge and understanding of His Precious Word. ?

    — Blanca, United States
  • An excellent course!

    — Russell, United States
  • I very much enjoyed the lecture format. I learned quite a bit through this course.

    — Tracie, United States

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Course Details

  • High Effort
  • 24 Lessons
  • 44 Min Average Lecture
  • Course Award

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Bruce K. Waltke, PhD

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ITS

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