Treasury of Scripture Knowledge

Summary

The wisdom of the prudent is to understand his way: but the folly of fools is deceit.

Bible References

Wisdom

Proverbs 2:9
Then you will understand what is right, just, and upright every good path.
Proverbs 8:20
I walk on the way of righteousness, along paths that are just,
Psalm 111:10
The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom; sound understanding belongs to those who practice it. Praise of God endures forever.
Psalm 119:5
Oh, that my ways were steadfast, so I may keep your statutes.
Psalm 143:8
In the morning let me hear of your gracious love, for in you I trust. Cause me to know the way I should take, because I have set my hope on you.
Ephesians 5:17
Therefore, do not be foolish, but understand what the Lord's will is.
Colossians 1:9
For this reason, since the day we heard about this, we have not stopped praying for you and asking that you may be filled with the full knowledge of God's will with respect to all spiritual wisdom and understanding,
2 Timothy 3:15
From infancy you have known the Holy Scriptures that are able to give you the wisdom you need for salvation through faith in the Messiah Jesus.
James 3:13
Who among you is wise and understanding? Let him show by his noble conduct that his actions are done humbly and wisely.

Folly

Proverbs 11:18
Evil people earn deceptive wages, but those who plant righteousness are truly rewarded.
Jeremiah 13:20
"Look up and see those who are coming from the north. Where is the flock that was given to you your beautiful sheep?
Ephesians 4:22
Regarding your former way of life, you were taught to strip off your old nature, which is being ruined by its deceptive desires,
2 Timothy 3:13
But evil people and impostors will go from bad to worse as they deceive others and are themselves deceived.

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