Proverbs 21 Bible Study Guide

Proverbs 21 continues the collection of individual proverbs with an emphasis on God's sovereignty over rulers, the value of righteousness over sacrifice, and the consequences of pride and wickedness. The chapter declares that to do righteousness and justice is more acceptable to the Lord than sacrifice. It warns that the wicked are a ransom for the righteous and that pride leads to destruction. The chapter teaches that no wisdom or counsel can prevail against the Lord.