No one knows who Agur was, nor for that matter who Ithiel or Jakeh were. He may or may not have been an Israelite. The fact that he is not mentioned anywhere else in the Bible perhaps implies that he was not an Israelite.
"I am weary God, but I can prevail". This perhaps sums up the state we are in a lot of the time. We are not always overflowing with joy and a sense of victory, but neither have we lost all hope. We are finding things difficult, but we know that our God is faithful so we will get through.
In verses 2-4 he admits his unworthiness before God and his inability to know God be his own efforts. This is something we all need to admit. The reference to God's son in verse 4 is somewhat enigmatic.
Verse 5,6 express praise for God's word, and the warning in verse 6 is echoed in Revelation 22:18,19. We need to make the word of God the light for our path.
Verse 7-9 express a realistic attitude to wealth. There are dangers in having too much or too little. The human heart is sinful and in any situation it can find the path of sin. Indeed, in these verses there are allusions to the Lord's prayer. He asks for daily bread, and is in effect asking God to not lead him into temptation.
Verse 10-14 are an honest description of the presence of evil n the world.
Verses 15-31 offer various reflections on life.
Verses 32,33 are a timely warning.
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