Thematic Bible
Thematic Bible
Folly » Of men » General references to
Dead flies cause the perfumer's oil to smell. A little foolishness does the same for the one with a reputation for wisdom and honor.
The wisdom of the prudent is to understand his way. The folly of fools is deception.
As a dog returns to his vomit so a fool returns to his folly.
This is the final outcome for fools and their followers who are delighted by what they say:
The heart of one with understanding seeks knowledge. The mouth of fools feeds on foolishness.
It is foolishness and shame to answer a matter before you hear it.
Then I saw that wisdom is better than foolish ways just as the light is better than the dark.
Light » Described as » Useful and precious
Then I saw that wisdom is better than foolish ways just as the light is better than the dark.
Wisdom » True wisdom, general references to » The preciousness of
Then I saw that wisdom is better than foolish ways just as the light is better than the dark.
For wisdom is better than pearls. Nothing desirable compares to it.
How blessed is the man who finds wisdom. Happy is the man who gains understanding. The profit from wisdom is better than the profit from silver. Her gain is better than fine gold.