Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Summary
A fool hath no delight in understanding, but that his heart may discover itself.
General references
Bible References
Fool
Proverbs 1:7
The [reverent] fear of the Lord [that is, worshiping Him and regarding Him as truly awesome] is the beginning and the preeminent part of knowledge [its starting point and its essence];
But arrogantfools despise [skillful and godly] wisdom and instruction and self-discipline.
The [reverent] fear of the Lord [that is, worshiping Him and regarding Him as truly awesome] is the beginning and the preeminent part of knowledge [its starting point and its essence];
But arrogant
Proverbs 17:16
Why is there money in the hand of a fool to buy wisdom,
When he has no common sense or even a heart for it?
Why is there money in the hand of a fool to buy wisdom,
When he has no common sense or even a heart for it?
Psalm 1:1 Blessed [fortunate, prosperous, and favored by God] is the man who does not walk in the counsel of the wicked [following their advice and example],
Nor stand in the path of sinners,
Nor sit [down to rest] in the seat ofscoffers (ridiculers).
Nor stand in the path of sinners,
Nor sit [down to rest] in the seat of
Matthew 8:34
And the whole city came out to meet Jesus; and as soon as they saw Him, they begged Him to leave their region.
1 Corinthians 8:1
Now about food sacrificed to idols, we know that we all have knowledge [concerning this]. Knowledge [alone] makes [people self-righteously] arrogant, but love [that unselfishly seeks the best for others] builds up and encourages others to grow [in wisdom].
General references
Proverbs 2:10
For [skillful and godly] wisdom will enter your heart
And knowledge will be pleasant to your soul.
For [skillful and godly] wisdom will enter your heart
And knowledge will be pleasant to your soul.
Proverbs 8:9
“They are all straightforward to him who understands [with an open and willing mind],
And right to those who find knowledge and live by it.
“They are all straightforward to him who understands [with an open and willing mind],
And right to those who find knowledge and live by it.