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What do the proverbs compiled in Proverbs suggest the sages observed about human nature?
They observed humans are naturally able to discern the wise choice.
They observed humans are naturally looking out for others.
They observed humans are naturally perfect.
They observed humans are naturally sinful.
They observed humans are naturally good.
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They observed humans are naturally sinful (inclined to folly and self-interest).
Explanation: Proverbs repeatedly portrays people as self-deceived, prone to foolishness, and in need of instruction and discipline (e.g. Prov. 1:7; 12:15; 14:12; 16:25; 20:9; 22:15). The sages give warnings, corrective sayings, and calls to “fear the LORD” because people will not reliably choose wisdom on their own.
Explanation: Proverbs repeatedly portrays people as self-deceived, prone to foolishness, and in need of instruction and discipline (e.g. Prov. 1:7; 12:15; 14:12; 16:25; 20:9; 22:15). The sages give warnings, corrective sayings, and calls to “fear the LORD” because people will not reliably choose wisdom on their own.
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