1:1 proverbs of Solomon. Proverbs are sayings taken from everyday life intended to serve as practical guidelines for successful living. The ascription to Solomon does not mean that he wrote the whole book (cf. 22:17; 24:23; 30:1; 31:1) but identifies him as the major contributor. 1:2–4 The purpose of Proverbs is that the reader might know wisdom and allow it to govern his or her life. 1:2 wisdom. I.e., the use of knowledge in a practical and successful way. instruction. Training by word (24:32) or