When the righteous triumph, there is great glory, but when the wicked rise, men hide themselves. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Proverbs 28:12? 2. How can we ensure "the righteous triumph" in our community today? 3. What causes the "wicked rise to power" in Proverbs 28:12? 4. How does Proverbs 28:12 relate to 2 Chronicles 7:14 on national healing? 5. In what ways can we "celebrate" righteousness in our daily lives? 6. How can we prevent the "people hide themselves" scenario in our church? 7. How does Proverbs 28:12 reflect the triumph of righteousness over wickedness in society? 8. What historical context influenced the writing of Proverbs 28:12? 9. How does Proverbs 28:12 relate to the concept of justice in the Bible? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Proverbs 28? 11. Why does “when the wicked rise to power, people go into hiding” (Proverbs 28:12) conflict with historical examples where oppressed individuals publicly resist unjust rulers? 12. What does the Bible say about good and evil? 13. Psalm 73:3 says the wicked prosper, yet other passages (e.g., Psalm 1:3) promise prosperity for the righteous--how do we reconcile this contradiction? 14. Luke 10:19 - If authority over snakes and scorpions was literal, why isn't there consistent historical evidence of Christians demonstrating this without harm? Discussion Questions 1. How can we, as individuals, contribute to the triumph of the righteous in our communities?2. What are some practical ways to support and encourage righteous leadership in various areas of life? 3. How does the fear of wickedness manifest in today's society, and how can Christians respond biblically? 4. In what ways can we trust in God's justice when we see the wicked prospering temporarily? 5. How do the teachings of Jesus in the New Testament reinforce the principles found in Proverbs 28:12?1. How does Proverbs 28 differentiate between the righteous and the wicked? 2. What does it mean to be "as bold as a lion" in our contemporary context? 3. How do the lessons about leadership in Proverbs 28 apply to today's leaders? 4. What are the consequences of choosing wealth over integrity according to this chapter? 5. How does this chapter view self-trust and self-reliance in comparison to seeking advice from others? 6. How does this Proverb link poverty and wealth to morality? 7. How can we apply the principle of 'trusting in the Lord' in our day-to-day life? 8. How can we interpret and apply the lessons about the dangers of greed in our consumerist society? 9. What does it mean in our present context to "give rebuke" over flattery? 10. How does this Proverb view guilt and its consequences? 11. How can we cultivate the wisdom and understanding of justice as described in this Proverb? 12. How can we apply the principles of Proverbs 28 in our relationships? 13. How do the principles in this chapter guide us in our professional lives? 14. What does the contrasting of the wicked and the righteous teach us about the biblical understanding of justice? 15. How does this chapter's teaching on leadership apply to our roles within our families or communities? 16. How can the lessons on the consequences of wrongdoing help shape our decision-making process? 17. In what ways does Proverbs 28 suggest we approach wealth and poverty? 18. How can we use the wisdom in Proverbs 28 to navigate societal pressures and expectations? 19. How does the concept of 'fearing the Lord' apply to our understanding of faith? 20. How can we use this chapter to guide us in our pursuit of wisdom and righteousness? Links Proverbs 28:12 NIVProverbs 28:12 NLT Proverbs 28:12 ESV Proverbs 28:12 NASB Proverbs 28:12 KJV Proverbs 28:12 Commentaries Bible Hub |



