We have finished our commentary on each verse of Proverbs chapter 15. The chapter is a collection of sayings and wisdom, and we have not identified any specific supposed “contradictions, errors, or mistakes.” However, some interpretive questions and potential areas of debate within the chapter include the meaning of certain verses, the relationship between different verses, and how the sayings in the chapter relate to real-world situations. Some verses in Proverbs chapter 15 that may contain interpretive questions and potential areas of debate include:
UASV DAILY DEVOTIONAL, SATURDAY, JANUARY 21, 2023
The Fear of Jehovah Brings Wisdom and Discipline Brings Understanding Proverbs 15:33 Updated American Standard Version (UASV) 33 The fear of Jehovah is instruction in wisdom, and humility comes before honor.
UASV DAILY DEVOTIONAL, FRIDAY, JANUARY 20, 2023
Ignoring Instruction Shows Contempt for One's Own Soul, and Hearing Instruction Brings Honor Proverbs 15:32 Updated American Standard Version (UASV) 32 He who ignores instruction despises himself, but he who heeds admonition gains understanding.
UASV DAILY DEVOTIONAL, THURSDAY, JANUARY 19, 2023
The Light in the Eyes Brings Joy to the Heart, and A Good Report Brings Health Proverbs 15:31 Updated American Standard Version (UASV) 31 He whose ear heeds wholesome admonition will dwell among the wise.
UASV DAILY DEVOTIONAL, WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 18, 2023
Proverbs 3:5: Trust in Jehovah with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding.
UASV DAILY DEVOTIONAL, TUESDAY, JANUARY 17, 2023
The Thoughts of the Wicked are Detestable to God and Pure Words are Pleasing to God Proverbs 15:26 Updated American Standard Version (UASV) 26 The thoughts of the wicked are detestable to Jehovah, but pleasant words are pure.
UASV DAILY DEVOTIONAL, MONDAY, JANUARY 16, 2023
God Destroys the Houses of the Proud and God Protects the Borders of the Widows Proverbs 15:25 Updated American Standard Version (UASV) 25 Jehovah tears down the house of the proud but maintains the boundary of the widow.
UASV DAILY DEVOTIONAL, SUNDAY, JANUARY 15, 2023
The Path of Wisdom Leads to Life, and Ignorance Leads to Destruction Proverbs 15:24 Updated American Standard Version (UASV) 24 The path of life leads upward to the man with insight, that he may avoid Sheol beneath.
UASV DAILY DEVOTIONAL, SATURDAY, JANUARY 14, 2023
A Timely Word Brings Joy and The Power of Words in Communication Proverbs 15:23 Updated American Standard Version (UASV) 23 A man has joy in the answer of his mouth, and a word in due season, how good it is!
UASV DAILY DEVOTIONAL, FRIDAY, JANUARY 13, 2023
Without Guidance, Plans Fail and Many Counselors Bring Success Proverbs 15:22 Updated American Standard Version (UASV) 22 Without counsel plans go wrong, but with many advisers they succeed.