Thematic Bible
Thematic Bible
Folly » Of men » General references to
Dead flies cause the ointment of the apothecary to send forth a stinking savour: likewise a small act of folly unto him that is esteemed for wisdom and honour.
The wisdom of the sane is to understand his way, but the folly of fools is deceit.
As a dog returns to his vomit, so the fool returns to his folly.
The heart of him that has understanding seeks wisdom, but the mouth of fools feeds on foolishness.
For him that answers a word before he hears, it is folly and reproach unto him.
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Wisdom » True wisdom, general references to » The preciousness of
For wisdom is better than precious stones; and all the things that may be desired are not to be compared to it.
Blessed is the man that has found wisdom and who brings to light intelligence, for the merchandise of it is better than the merchandise of silver and the fruits thereof more than fine gold.