Thematic Bible: What wisdom is
Thematic Bible
Wisdom » What wisdom is
But I say that wisdom is better than strength, though the poor man’s wisdom is despised and his words are not heeded.
If the axe is dull and he does not sharpen its edge, then he must exert more strength; but wisdom [to sharpen the axe] helps him succeed [with less effort].
[Skillful and godly] wisdom is in the presence of a person of understanding [and he recognizes it],
But the eyes of a [thickheaded] fool are on the ends of the earth.
“The beginning of wisdom is: Get [skillful and godly] wisdom [it is preeminent]!
And with all your acquiring, get understanding [actively seek spiritual discernment, mature comprehension, and logical interpretation].
For skillful and godly Wisdom is better than rubies or pearls, and all the things that may be desired are not to be compared to it. I, Wisdom [from God], make prudence my dwelling, and I find out knowledge and discretion. The reverent fear and worshipful awe of the Lord [includes] the hatred of evil; pride, arrogance, the evil way, and perverted and twisted speech I hate. read more.
I have counsel and sound knowledge, I have understanding, I have might and power.
I have counsel and sound knowledge, I have understanding, I have might and power.
Wisdom is too exalted for a [hardened, arrogant]
He does not open his mouth in the gate [where the city’s rulers sit in judgment].
Wisdom is as good as an inheritance, yes, more excellent it is for those [the living] who see the sun. For wisdom is a defense even as money is a defense, but the excellency of knowledge is that wisdom shields and preserves the life of him who has it.