People of Proverbs

Solomon

King of Israel who built the first Temple and was famous for his wisdom

The third king of Israel who built the First Temple in Jerusalem and was renowned for his God-given wisdom and immense wealth during the United Monarchy.

Lemuel

King who recorded the moral instructions and warnings against alcohol given to him by his mother

A king mentioned in the Book of Proverbs, known primarily for the wisdom and moral instructions taught to him by his mother.

David

King of Israel who defeated Goliath and established the Davidic dynasty

The second king of the United Monarchy of Israel, a shepherd-warrior and psalmist known as a man after God's own heart.

Israel

Patriarch who wrestled with God and fathered the twelve tribes

The third patriarch of the covenant, formerly known as Jacob, who received his name after wrestling with God and became the father of the twelve tribes.

Hezekiah, King of Judah

King of Judah who reformed the Temple and survived the Assyrian siege of Jerusalem

The 13th king of Judah, known for his sweeping religious reforms, the miraculous defense of Jerusalem against Assyria, and his restoration of the Passover.

Judah, Son of Jacob

Patriarch who received the blessing of the scepter and whose lineage produced King David and Jesus Christ

The fourth son of Jacob and Leah, ancestor of the Tribe of Judah and the Davidic line, known for his leadership and pivotal role in the preservation of his family.

Agur

Man living at the time of United Monarchy

Ithiel, Recipient of Agur's Words

recipient of the wisdom oracle from Agur son of Jakeh in Proverbs 30

Ithiel was an individual mentioned in the Book of Proverbs as the primary recipient of the wisdom and burden declared by Agur son of Jakeh.

Jakeh

Man living at the time of United Monarchy

Ucal

Man living at the time of United Monarchy