Across
- 2. The category of biblical writings that Proverbs is part of, aimed at providing moral, ethical, and practical advice for life. (2 Words)
- 4. This person's wealth is described as his strong city and high wall in Proverbs 18:11. (2 Words)
- 6. This is the symbolism of the 'strong tower' in Proverbs 18:10.
- 9. The part of the Bible that includes the book of Proverbs.
- 12. The act of running into the strong tower symbolizes seeking this in the Lord.
- 15. This trait, related to slothfulness in work, is cautioned against in Proverbs 18:9.
- 17. Alongside practical advice and godly living, these form the basis of the teachings in Proverbs.
- 18. These people, along with those seeking knowledge, are the primary audience of Proverbs.
- 19. This action is taken by the righteous into the strong tower, according to Proverbs 18:10.
- 20. This is the period that might have seen the final form of the Proverbs, after the return of the Jews from Babylonian captivity.
Down
- 1. This is what the high wall of the rich man's wealth is described as in Proverbs 18:11.
- 3. The metaphorical description of the name of the Lord in Proverbs 18:10. (2 Words)
- 5. The role of Proverbs 18:10 in relation to the surrounding verses. It discusses the safety found in the Lord, unlike the other verses that talk about trust in wealth and wastefulness.
- 7. Known for his wisdom, he is traditionally attributed as the author of Proverbs.
- 8. These are the kind of laws that the righteous live in accordance with, as per Proverbs 18:10.
- 10. The characteristic described in Proverbs 18:9 that is contrasted with seeking safety in the Lord in Proverbs 18:10.
- 11. This is the language and culture that provides context for understanding the wisdom literature in the Old Testament.
- 13. This term refers to those in right standing with God, as mentioned in Proverbs 18:10.
- 14. This is warned against as a false source of security in Proverbs 18:11.
- 16. This is what the righteous find in the name of the Lord.