Thematic Bible
Thematic Bible
Contempt » The wicked exhibit towards » The poor
You would put to shame [the] plan of [the] poor, because Yahweh [is] his refuge.
So I concluded that wisdom [is] better than might, yet the wisdom of the poor is despised, and his words are not heard.
Despisement » Who is despised
For his mouth of good sense, a man will be recommended, but he who is of perverse {mind} will be despised.
So I concluded that wisdom [is] better than might, yet the wisdom of the poor is despised, and his words are not heard.
For, I think, God has exhibited us apostles last of all, as condemned to death, because we have become a spectacle to the world and to angels and to people. We [are] fools for the sake of Christ, but you [are] prudent in Christ! We [are] weak, but you [are] strong! You [are] honored, but we [are] dishonored!
Ingratitude » Of man to man » Citizens
[There was] a small city with few people in it. A great king came and besieged it, building great siege works against it. Now, a poor wise man was found in it, and he delivered the city by his wisdom. So I concluded that wisdom [is] better than might, yet the wisdom of the poor is despised, and his words are not heard.
the Needy » Despised
So I concluded that wisdom [is] better than might, yet the wisdom of the poor is despised, and his words are not heard.
But you have dishonored the poor! Are not the rich exploiting you and they themselves dragging you into the courts?
The poor is disliked even by his neighbor, but the lovers of the rich are many.
All the brothers of the poor, [if] they hate him, how much more will his friends keep away from him. He pursues [them with] words, [and] they are gone.
The poor » Despised
So I concluded that wisdom [is] better than might, yet the wisdom of the poor is despised, and his words are not heard.
But you have dishonored the poor! Are not the rich exploiting you and they themselves dragging you into the courts?
The poor is disliked even by his neighbor, but the lovers of the rich are many.
All the brothers of the poor, [if] they hate him, how much more will his friends keep away from him. He pursues [them with] words, [and] they are gone.
Strength » What is better than strength
So I concluded that wisdom [is] better than might, yet the wisdom of the poor is despised, and his words are not heard.
War » Requires
For with wise guidance you shall make war for yourself, and victory [is] in an abundance of counsel.
To a city of warriors, the wise ascends, and he will bring down the stronghold--its object of trust.
[There was] a small city with few people in it. A great king came and besieged it, building great siege works against it. Now, a poor wise man was found in it, and he delivered the city by his wisdom. So I concluded that wisdom [is] better than might, yet the wisdom of the poor is despised, and his words are not heard. read more.
The words of the wise are heard in peace [more] than the shouting of a ruler [is heard] among the fools. Wisdom [is] better than weapons of war, but one sinner destroys much good.
The words of the wise are heard in peace [more] than the shouting of a ruler [is heard] among the fools. Wisdom [is] better than weapons of war, but one sinner destroys much good.
Or what king, going out to engage another king in battle, does not sit down first [and] deliberate whether he is able with ten thousand to oppose the one coming against him with twenty thousand. But if not, [while] [the other] is still far away, he sends an ambassador [and] asks {for terms of} peace.
Wisdom » What wisdom is
So I concluded that wisdom [is] better than might, yet the wisdom of the poor is despised, and his words are not heard.
If the ax is blunt but one does not sharpen its edge, {he must exert more effort}, but the advantage of wisdom [is] it brings success.
He who understands sets [his] face [toward] wisdom, but the eyes of a fool, to the end of the earth.
The beginning of wisdom: Get wisdom! With all [that is in] your possession, gain insight.
For wisdom is better than jewels, and all desires shall not compare with her. I, wisdom, live with prudence, and I find knowledge and discretion. The fear of Yahweh [is] hatred of evil, pride, and arrogance and an evil way. And I hate a mouth of perversity. read more.
{Advice and sound judgment} are mine; I am understanding, {strength is mine}.
{Advice and sound judgment} are mine; I am understanding, {strength is mine}.
Wisdom [is too] high for fools; at the gate he will not open his mouth.
Wisdom [is] good with an inheritance; {it benefits the living}. {For wisdom offers protection like money offers protection}. But knowledge [has] an advantage--wisdom restores life to its possessor.