Proverbs 10:1 meaning and explanation

The proverbs of Solomon: A wise son brings joy to his father, but a foolish son grief to his mother.

Proverbs 10:1, Berean Standard Bible

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This verse opens the collection of Solomon's proverbs, presenting wisdom as a family matter before it becomes a public one. Solomon, Israel's king known for his wisdom, speaks to his readers as a father would, setting the tone for the short sayings that follow.

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