These are also proverbs of Solomon, which the men of Hezekiah king of Judah copied out.
These are also wise sayings from Solomon, which the officials of King Hezekiah of Judah wrote down and preserved.
This verse introduces another collection of Solomon's wisdom that was later copied and preserved by King Hezekiah's scribes.
📚 Historical Context
The Book of Proverbs is a collection of wise sayings attributed to King Solomon, who ruled Israel in the 10th century BC and was celebrated for his profound wisdom as described in the Bible. During the reign of King Hezekiah of Judah in the 8th century BC, his officials recopied these proverbs to ensure their preservation and continued influence among the people of Judah. This reflects the ancient Israelite practice of safeguarding sacred teachings for future generations.
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