Proverbs 14:28
A large population is a king's splendor, but a lack of subjects is a prince's ruin.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Proverbs 14:28?

2. How does Proverbs 14:28 emphasize the importance of a leader's followers?

3. What does "a king's glory" reveal about leadership in Proverbs 14:28?

4. How can leaders today apply the principle of Proverbs 14:28 in governance?

5. Connect Proverbs 14:28 with Jesus' teachings on servant leadership.

6. How can church leaders ensure they have "a multitude of people"?

7. How does Proverbs 14:28 reflect the importance of leadership in a nation's prosperity?

8. What historical context influenced the writing of Proverbs 14:28?

9. How does Proverbs 14:28 relate to the concept of divine authority?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Proverbs 14?

11. In Ezekiel 27, how can the prophecy of Tyre's total destruction be reconciled with historical evidence that Tyre persisted for centuries?

12. Can we verify the large-scale deportation described in 2 Kings 24:14 through Babylonian records or archaeological data?

13. Does the capture of 200,000 prisoners in 2 Chronicles 28:8 align with known historical records?

14. How can the claim that Jacob's descendants would spread 'to the west and to the east' be validated historically (Genesis 28:14)?
Discussion Questions
1. How does the size and health of a community reflect on its leadership, both in ancient times and today?

2. In what ways can modern leaders, both secular and spiritual, ensure they are meeting the needs of their people?

3. How can the principles in Proverbs 14:28 be applied to family leadership or personal relationships?

4. What are some examples from the Bible where a leader's success or failure was directly related to their relationship with their people?

5. How can we, as individuals, contribute to the growth and health of our communities, reflecting the principles of this proverb?1. How does Proverbs 14 differentiate between wisdom and folly?

2. In what ways can the principles found in Proverbs 14 be applied to modern life?

3. How do you interpret the message in Proverbs 14:12, "There is a way that seems right to a man, but its end is the way to death"?

4. Reflect on a time when your words had a significant impact, either positive or negative. How does this relate to the power of speech as described in Proverbs 14?

5. How can the wisdom in these proverbs guide us in our interactions with others?

6. In what ways does Proverbs 14 encourage integrity?

7. Discuss the implications of Proverbs 14:21, "Whoever despises his neighbor is a sinner, but blessed is he who is kind to the needy."

8. How can the contrast between the righteous and the wicked in Proverbs 14 guide moral decisions in your life?

9. How do you interpret the proverb that says "In all labor there is profit, but mere talk leads only to poverty" (Proverbs 14:23)?

10. What does it mean to fear the Lord, according to Proverbs 14:27, and how does this fear provide a "fountain of life"?

11. How does the concept of wisdom being a "crown" to the wise resonate with you?

12. Reflect on a situation where you saw the results of planning good versus planning evil (Proverbs 14:22).

13. How does Proverbs 14:30, "A heart at peace gives life to the body, but envy rots the bones", speak to the importance of inner peace and contentment?

14. How can we use the principles in Proverbs 14 to navigate difficult or complex decisions?

15. Discuss how Proverbs 14:31, "Whoever oppresses the poor shows contempt for their Maker, but whoever is kind to the needy honors God", relates to societal attitudes towards poverty today.

16. What does Proverbs 14 tell us about the importance of understanding and how can we apply this principle in our lives?

17. How does Proverbs 14:34, "Righteousness exalts a nation, but sin is a disgrace to any people", apply to our current societal and global context?

18. How can we foster the wisdom described in Proverbs 14 in our homes, workplaces, and communities?

19. Proverbs 14:33 states, "Wisdom rests in the heart of a man of understanding, but it makes itself known even in the midst of fools." How can this be applied to our daily lives?

20. How can the lessons of Proverbs 14 help in developing personal and professional relationships?

Links
Proverbs 14:28 NIV
Proverbs 14:28 NLT
Proverbs 14:28 ESV
Proverbs 14:28 NASB
Proverbs 14:28 KJV

Proverbs 14:28 Commentaries

Bible Hub
Proverbs 14:27
Top of Page
Top of Page