Includes bibliographical references (pages 579-593) and indexes.

Extended discourses on wisdom (1:1-9:18) -- Proverbs of Solomon : collection I (10:1-22:16) -- Sayings of the wise (22:17-24:34) -- Proverbs of Solomon : collection II (25:1-29:27) -- Sayings of Agur and King Lemuel and poem to the virtuous woman (30:1-31:31).

Veteran Old Testament scholar Tremper Longman III offers an accessible commentary on one of Scripture's most frequently quoted and visited books. With his deft exegetical and expositional skill, the resulting work is full of fresh insight into the meaning of the text. In addition to the helpful translation and commentary, Proverbs considers theological implications of these wisdom texts, as well as their literary, historical, and grammatical dimensions. Footnotes deal with many of the technical matters, allowing readers of varying interest and training levels to read and profit from the commentary and to engage the biblical text at an appropriate level. This built-in versatility has application for both pastors and teachers.