Hebrew is the language in which the thirty-nine inspired books of the Old Testament were penned, apart from the Aramaic sections in Ezra 4:8–6:18; 7:12–26; Dan. 2:4b–7:28; Jer. 10:11, as well as a few other words and phrases from Aramaic and other languages. The language is not called “Hebrew” in the Old Testament. At Isaiah... Continue Reading →
How Should We Evaluate the Early Period of Copying the Hebrew Old Testament Manuscripts?
Discover the fascinating journey of how ancient Hebrew Old Testament texts were meticulously preserved through history.
Commentary on Proverbs 11:1–31 Honest Scales and Whole-Life Righteousness
Proverbs 11 teaches that integrity, humility, and generosity align with Jehovah’s delight, while deceit and greed collapse into ruin.
The Book of Proverbs: Chapter 10 — Wisdom Instructs as to What Is Right and What Is Wrong
Proverbs 10 trains the conscience through sharp contrasts, showing how righteous words, work, and love align with Jehovah’s moral order.
Commentary on Proverbs 9:1–18: Wisdom Versus Stupidity
Two voices call the simple: Wisdom offers life through fearing Jehovah; Folly offers stolen sweetness that ends in Sheol.
Commentary on Proverbs 8:1–36: The Blessings of Wisdom
Wisdom calls publicly; to find her is to find life and Jehovah’s favor, for she is rooted in Jehovah’s ordered creation.
Commentary on Proverbs 7:1–27: Guarding the Heart Against the Seduction of Folly
Proverbs 7 shows how stored-up instruction guards the heart, exposes flattering seduction, and reveals the deathward path of adultery.
Commentary on Proverbs 6:1–35: Wisdom Warns of Six Pitfalls to Avoid
Proverbs 6 exposes the snares of rash pledges, sloth, deceit, and adultery, calling the son to disciplined wisdom under Jehovah.
THE BOOK OF PROVERBS: Chapter 4 A Father’s Wise Instruction
Proverbs 4 teaches generational wisdom, the two paths of light and darkness, and the supreme duty to guard the heart as life’s wellspring.
THE BOOK OF PROVERBS: Chapter 3 Trust in Jehovah with All Your Heart
Proverbs 3:1–35 calls for whole-hearted trust in Jehovah, treasured wisdom, and righteous neighbor-love, promising peace and guarded paths.

