The fist nine chapters of the book of Proverbs have to do with primarily two subjects—wisdom and women. Both are personified using the female gender. And there are actually similarities between these mostly polar-opposite women.
- First, both are women
- Both cry out to passers by
- Both desire followers
- Both plead their case
- Both make promises to their ‘would be disciples.’
Major difference?
Only one delivers. Lady wisdom really will bring fulfillment and contentment when followed all the days of our lives.
The wayward woman, on the other hand, brings the exact opposite of what she markets. She promises the good life, thrills, joy, love, success and more—but she only delivers death.
Both attract but in the end, one will repel.