Proverbs: An Introduction And Survey

by Charles Bridges

While other parts of Scripture show the glory of the Christian's high calling, Proverbs instructs in detail how to walk in and be worthy of this calling. A treasure trove of divine wisdom, it challenges readers to actively seek its priceless truths about daily living. And Charles Bridges' classic work provides a map. He divides Proverbs into there general sections and interprets each nugget of instruction canonically, evangelically, and practically. With Bridges' stimulating insights as a guide, you will find Proverbs to be a rare and extraordinary book that impresses on your heart the importance of faith' fundamentals, the value of self-discipline, and the impact of bringing everything under the Word of God.

Genres: Christian, Nonfiction

286 pages, Paperback

Published February 20, 2009

Reviews

[Erin Seeders · Rating 5 out of 5]

A really excellent commentary on the book of Proverbs, which goes over every single proverb and verse. I was particularly excited to read a commentary from a fellow believer who wrote these things back in 1846- which just showcases how timeless the truth of God’s Word, and humanity’s need from ancient times to then to now is still the same. How desperately we need wisdom to walk in.

I found myself identifying far too much with this fool of Proverbs, but also, praise God, see areas of sanctification in all areas of life from the time I came to saving faith. The conclusion at the end spoke volumes to encourage me at the end of it all:

“Who is sufficient? Child of God, let the trembling of insufficiency in yourself be stayed by the recollection of all-sufficiency in your God (2 Cor. 2:16, 3:5, 12:9). What He demands from you, He works in you. His covenant secures your holiness no less than your acceptance- your holiness, not as some would have it, as the ground but as the fruit of your acceptance. Let the one primarily sought, and the other will assuredly follow.”

[Darla Ebert · Rating 5 out of 5]

There is not a better commentary on Proverbs in existence.

[Rachel Little · Rating 4 out of 5]

The nature of Proverbs being wisdom literature means it felt really repetitive for a bit there, but that doesn't negate the wisdom.

[Chad · Rating 3 out of 5]

Helpful aid to studying Proverbs.

[Christina]

Nancy Wilson quoted this at a young mothers' bible study.