The Book of Proverbs
Daily Proverbs

31 chapters. 31 days. A proverb for every season of life read the chapter that matches today's date.

Respect and obey the LORD that's the beginning of wisdom. To have understanding, you must know the Holy God.

Proverbs 9:10
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Each chapter pairs with a day of the month. Today's chapter is highlighted in gold.

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"Wisdom is the most important thing so get wisdom, and with all you get, get understanding."

About This Collection
The Book of Proverbs

What are the Proverbs?

The Book of Proverbs is one of the oldest collections of wisdom literature in the world, primarily attributed to Solomon, king of Israel. These sayings offer timeless guidance on how to live a righteous, wise, and purposeful life.

Why read one chapter a day?

With 31 chapters and most months having 31 days, Proverbs maps perfectly onto a monthly reading plan. By reading the chapter that matches today's date each morning, you cycle through the entire book every month.

Topics
Themes in Proverbs

The book covers every dimension of a well-lived life.

Wisdom
The pursuit of understanding as the highest human good.
God & Faith
The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge.
Love
Love covers all wrongs and binds relationships together.
Money
Wealth, poverty, and the true value of what we pursue.
Work
The ant has no commander, yet it stores its provisions.
Speech & Words
Death and life are in the power of the tongue.
Friendship
A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for adversity.
Family
Train up a child in the way he should go.
Marriage
A worthy partner is worth far more than rubies.
Women
Strength and dignity clothe the woman who fears the LORD.
Leadership
Where there is no vision, the people cast off restraint.
Justice
Righteousness exalts a nation, and mercy lifts the oppressed.
Pride & Humility
Pride goes before destruction, a haughty spirit before a fall.
Anger & Patience
A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.
Honesty
The LORD detests dishonest scales, but accurate weights find his favor.
Generosity
Whoever is kind to the poor lends to the LORD.
Discipline
Correction and instruction are the way to life.
Foolishness
As a dog returns to its vomit, so fools repeat their folly.
Hope
Hope deferred makes the heart sick, but a longing fulfilled is a tree of life.
Trust
Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding.
Kindness
Anxiety weighs down the heart, but a kind word cheers it up.
Strength
The righteous fall seven times and rise again.
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