Agur, son of Jakeh, is credited as the author of Proverbs 30.
son of Jakeh, the oracle (PRO 30:1)
Lineage: Jakeh › Agur
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stranger; gathered together
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· Also called · H94 · PRO 30:1 gatherer [or poss.] wage earner
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agur · H94 · PRO 30:1 gatherer [or poss.] wage earner
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- Father: Jakeh
- Mother: Unknown
Agur is identified as the son of Jakeh and the author of the sayings recorded in Proverbs 30. He is described as the one "who spoke to Ithiel and Ucal." The text presents a collection of Agur's wise sayings and observations, which cover various topics such as the nature of God, the value of wisdom, and the dangers of foolishness and pride.
Gatherer; the collector, mentioned as author of the sayings in Prov. 30. Nothing is known of him beyond what is there recorded.
Sources: BibleData (CC BY 4.0, Agur_1) · STEPBible TIPNR (CC BY 4.0, Agur@Pro.30.1) · Theographic Bible Metadata (CC BY-SA 4.0, agur_112)