The use of the word instruction is prominent in the book of Proverbs. We are told right away in the introduction of the book that the purpose of the book is to know instruction.
To know wisdom and instruction, to understand words of insight.
Proverbs 1:2 (ESV)
It could be said, then, that the wise person is one who has learned instruction. The wise person has heard, understood, received, and practices the instruction received. Likewise, it could be said that the unwise person is one who does not like instruction.
The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge; fools despise wisdom and instruction.
Proverbs 1:7 (ESV)
«The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge; fools despise wisdom and instruction.»
This Biblical truth about how necessary instruction is can be observed in any environment we find ourselves in. In any place where there are people (adults, children, the elderly), we can notice who is wise or foolish by considering who values or despises instruction.
The book of Proverbs makes it absolutely clear how important instruction is in people’s lives. Because receiving instruction brings life.
Keep hold of instruction; do not let go; guard her, for she is your life.
Proverbs 4:13 (ESV)
Despising instruction ultimately leads to death.
He shall die for lack of instruction, and in the greatness of his folly he shall go astray.
Proverbs 5:23 (NKJV)
It is easy to see how people value or despise instruction. It is harder to see it in our own lives. But the book of Proverbs offers help for all, even to us.
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