The universal precepts of wisdom are accompanied by both thinking on my feet and thinking deeply. In fact, learning and then living the precepts impacts my thinking. Thus, absorbing the precepts changes the way I think. The Precept Explained: A precept-driven life expresses knowledge in the form of subtilty and discretion. Proverbs 8.12 paraphrase The […]
According to Proverbs 8.10-11 nothing is more valuable than the teaching that comes from wisdom. In fact, there’s no material wealth that compares to the precepts of wisdom! Therefore, the precepts of wisdom are the most valuable teaching of all. The Precept Explained: My teaching, and the knowledge I impart, is of greater value than […]
In Proverbs 2.1-2 I’m told to be growth oriented because absorbing the precepts builds insights. As a result, I can apply life experiences most effectively. If you absorb the precepts into your heart you will develop experiential insight. Proverbs 2.1-2 paraphrase The Precept Explained I choose wisely when I choose personal growth based on the […]
Personal growth brings multiplication. As such, I can multiply personally and professionally, according to Proverbs 11.24-25. And, the more I invest in myself, the more I grow. Growth Thru Multiplication Personal and professional growth is like a savings account. As such, small deposits multiply over time to produce larger balances through compounding. Moreover, one way […]
Proverbs 1.7 says reverence is the foundation for all knowledge. Then, later passages tell us that wisdom isn’t native intelligence! The Basics The Book of Proverbs is a collection of life precepts. Thus, it’s the basics for a successful life. As such, those precepts are presented as either comparisons or contrasts. As a group, the […]
