I like the fact that David may have had some influence on Solomon, so that there was a firm foundation on how Wisdom is so important that Solomon selected this as his gift from God. 4:7 states: Wisdom is supreme; therefore get wisdom. Though it cost all you have, get understanding.
There are many references to paths.....Solomon encourages one to stay on the straight path, the path of the righteous rather than the path of the wicked. It all boils down to a choice that you make.....
4:25 Let your eyes look straight ahead,
fix your gaze directly before you,
Make level paths for your feet
and take only ways that are firm
Do not swerve to the right or the left;
keep your foot from evil.
5: 21 For a man's ways are in full view of the Lord,
and he examines all his paths......
Adultery doesn't work! Sex that isn't within marriage erodes trust....Should be interesting to see what you think about all the pagan wives that Solomon will take for political alliances!
Don't be afraid of discipline...the Lord disciplines the ones he loves.....He knows we will stumble, and He wants us back on the right path. Solomon should know because he searched everywhere for happiness.
Question for you: where is this path you have read about ultimately lead?
Look what comes up from the depths of the sea.
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