Quotes About Proverbs

These are the proverbs of Solomon son of David, king of Israel,

by understanding the proverbs and parables, the sayings and riddles of the wise.

The woman named Folly is loud; she is naive and knows nothing.

The proverbs of Solomon: A wise son brings joy to his father, but a foolish son grief to his mother.

The wicked desire the plunder of evil men, but the root of the righteous flourishes.

These are additional proverbs of Solomon, which were copied by the men of Hezekiah king of Judah:

These are the words of King Lemuel—the burden that his mother taught him:

Not only was the Teacher wise, but he also taught the people knowledge; he pondered, searched out, and arranged many proverbs.

Behold, all who speak in proverbs will quote this proverb about you: ëLike mother, like daughter.í