The Message of Proverbs

by Anonymous, Eugene H. Peterson (Translator)

Timeless Wisdom for Everyday Living
Ruining your life is easy, but living well takes practice. Practice and wisdom. You supply the practice, and The Message of Proverbs will supply the wisdom.

This slim, small booklet is ready to go with you―in your bag, briefcase, purse, or pocket. Whatever situation you are facing today, The Message of Proverbs offers you the wisdom you need to see your circumstances in a new light.

Wherever you are in life, open The Message of Proverbs to find direction for your next step.

Genres: Christian, Nonfiction, Religion, Faith, Devotional, Parenting, Self Help

112 pages, Paperback

First published June 30, 1995

About the author

Books can be attributed to "Anonymous" for several reasons:

* They are officially published under that name
* They are traditional stories not attributed to a specific author
* They are religious texts not generally attributed to a specific author

Books whose authorship is merely uncertain should be attributed to Unknown.

See also: Anonymous

Reviews

[Sher · Rating 2 out of 5]

I generally like the Message translation of the Bible, because it is so immediate, forceful, and alive. This translation of Proverbs follows, but, as often happens to me when I read Christian literature, I found the condemnatory tone of dos and don'ts off putting.

[Colleen]

Wisdom from the Source, our Creator! I invite everyone to check this out. The Message rocks!

[Joan Haughton · Rating 5 out of 5]

The book of wisdom. This book has taught me so much about life. Proverbs is a road map to health, wealth, peace and protection. It is a good book to read a chapter a day of to gain, knowledge, insight and understanding.

Bless the name of Jesus!

[LaDonna · Rating 5 out of 5]

Get wisdom, get understanding.

[Helfren · Rating 3 out of 5]

Direct interpretation of the bible Proverb into the modern world. Quite good. Surprising.

[Danny Howe · Rating 5 out of 5]

Must read

[Ian Watt]

really fresh version of proverbs.

[Jason Kanz · Rating 4 out of 5]

Recently, I was looking for a pocket volume of the Proverbs. I poked around on Amazon and didn't find much, but I did come across a small book based on Eugene Peterson's "The Message" paraphrase. At three-and-a-half bucks, it seemed like an easy decision. At 112 pages and about the size of a standard photograph, this one was the perfect size. I can slip it into my pocket to bring with me. Although, not my traditional translation, Peterson's rendering of the Proverbs packs a real punch. For example 15:33 reads "God smashes the pretensions of the arrogant; he stands with those who have no standing." I would happily recommend this to those interested in a pocket Proverbs book.

[Dan · Rating 5 out of 5]

I picked up this book from Tyndale Rewards.com because I wanted to take up the challenge of reading the book of Proverbs daily.

What I like about this book is that it is simple to read. No footnotes, columnar references, or study helps. It is just the book of Proverbs with side-by-side readings of two translations of Scripture.

It is a great devotional book and an excellent source of reading of the most popular books of the Bible.

[Barbara · Rating 5 out of 5]

Proverbs contains amazing wisdom to help a person live their life in a way that is wise and successful. The Message translation is accurate and easy to read and understand.

[Audra · Rating 3 out of 5]

I skipped around and read what felt right to me at that moment.

[Cheryl Lowman · Rating 5 out of 5]

I try to read a chapter a night, every night. It is great advice worth reading over and over again.

[Jared Bercea · Rating 5 out of 5]

words of wisdom translated in today's language.

[James Cooper · Rating 3 out of 5]

Spent a week with Proverbs and for me this version might have been a little too modernized for my liking, but it is still all good reading!!