Thematic Bible
Thematic Bible
Iron » First recorded use of » Articles made of » Ax
Zedekiah the son of Chenaanah made him horns of iron, and said, "Thus says the LORD, 'With these you shall push the Syrians, until they are consumed.'"
The man of God asked, "Where did it fall?" He showed him the place. He cut down a stick, threw it in there, and made the iron float.
If the axe is blunt, and one doesn't sharpen the edge, then he must use more strength; but skill brings success.
He will cut down the thickets of the forest with iron, and Lebanon will fall by the Mighty One.
Wisdom » What wisdom is
Then said I, Wisdom is better than strength. Nevertheless the poor man's wisdom is despised, and his words are not heard.
If the axe is blunt, and one doesn't sharpen the edge, then he must use more strength; but skill brings success.
Wisdom is before the face of one who has understanding, but the eyes of a fool wander to the ends of the earth.
Wisdom is supreme. Get wisdom. Yes, though it costs all your possessions, get understanding.
For wisdom is better than rubies. All the things that may be desired can't be compared to it. "I, wisdom, have made prudence my dwelling. Find out knowledge and discretion. The fear of the LORD is to hate evil. I hate pride, arrogance, the evil way, and the perverse mouth. read more.
Counsel and sound knowledge are mine. I have understanding and power.
Counsel and sound knowledge are mine. I have understanding and power.
Wisdom is too high for a fool: he doesn't open his mouth in the gate.
Wisdom is as good as an inheritance. Yes, it is more excellent for those who see the sun. For wisdom is a defense, even as money is a defense; but the excellency of knowledge is that wisdom preserves the life of him who has it.