Thematic Bible
Thematic Bible
Children » Wise children
The man who loves wisdom brings joy to his father, but anyone who consorts with immoral women squanders his wealth.
The proverbs of Solomon. A wise son brings joy to his father, but a foolish son grieves his mother.
A wise son heeds a father's correction, but a mocker does not listen to rebuke.
A wise son makes a father glad, but a foolish man despises his mother.
A poor but wise youth is better than an old but foolish king who will no longer accept correction. The former can come out of prison to reign, while the latter, even if born to kingship, may become poor.
Government » Foolish kings
A poor but wise youth is better than an old but foolish king who will no longer accept correction. The former can come out of prison to reign, while the latter, even if born to kingship, may become poor.