“The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge; but fools despise wisdom and instruction” (Proverbs 1:7). Solomon informs the reader of two important principles that will be involved in this instruction. • The philosophy in the postulate. “Fear of the LORD … beginning of knowledge.” This is the fundamental basis in all the teaching. This book is to honor God. Following its instructions will help you behave in a godly way. • The prohibiting in the postulate. “Fools
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