Thematic Bible
Thematic Bible
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.