'Wisdom' in the Bible
and I've filled him with the Spirit of God, with wisdom, understanding, knowledge, and all kinds of craftsmanship
Along with him I'm appointing Ahisamach's son Oholiab from the tribe of Dan, and I've given wisdom to all who are skilled so they can make everything that I've commanded you,
and he has filled him with the Spirit of God, with wisdom, with understanding, and with knowledge of all kinds of work,
Bezalel and Oholiab and all the skilled craftsmen to whom the LORD gave wisdom and understanding to know how to do all the work in constructing the sanctuary are to do everything that the LORD has commanded."
Observe them carefully, because this will show your wisdom and discernment in the eyes of people who'll listen to all these decrees. Then they'll say: "Surely this great nation is a wise and discerning people.'
Now Nun's son Joshua was full of the spirit of wisdom, because Moses had placed his hands on him, so Israelis listened to him and did what the LORD had commanded Moses.
"As your soul lives, your majesty, the king," the woman answered, "no one can divert anything left or right from what your majesty the king has spoken! As a matter of fact, it was your servant Joab! He was there, giving me precise orders about everything that your humble servant was to say. Your servant Joab did this, intending to change the outcome of this matter. Nevertheless, your majesty is wise, like the wisdom of the angel of God, to be aware of everything that's going on throughout the earth."
So act consistently with your wisdom, and don't let him die as a peaceful old man.
When this decision that the king had handed down was announced, everybody in Israel was amazed at the king, because they all saw that God's wisdom was in him, enabling him to administer justice.
God gave Solomon wisdom and great discernment. His insights were as numerous as sand on the seashore.
People came from everywhere to hear Solomon's advice. Every king on the earth heard of his wisdom.
The LORD continued giving Solomon wisdom, just as he had promised, and Hiram and Solomon entered into a peace treaty between themselves.
When the queen of Sheba had seen all of Solomon's wisdom for herself, the palace that he had built,
"Everything I heard about your wisdom and what you have to say is true!" she gasped,
"but I didn't believe it at first! But then I came here and I've seen it for myself! It's amazing! I wasn't told half of what's really great about your wisdom. You're far better in person than what the reports have said about you!
How blessed are your staff! And how blessed are your employees, who serve you continuously and get to listen to your wisdom!
As a result, King Solomon became greater than all the kings of the earth in regards to wealth and wisdom.
Now the rest of Solomon's accomplishments, including everything else he did, as well as records of his wisdom, are recorded in the Book of the Acts of Solomon, are they not?
Give me wisdom now, so I may go in and out among this people, because who can rule this great people that belongs to you?
God told Solomon, "Since you had this in mind, to ask neither to focus on riches, wealth, honor, or the lives of those who hate you, nor have you requested a long life, but instead you have asked for wisdom and knowledge for yourself, so that you may rule my people over whom I have established you as king,
wisdom and knowledge have been granted to you. Furthermore, I will give you riches, wealth, and honor such as none of the kings owned who lived before you and none after you are to ever attain their equal."
When the queen of Sheba had seen Solomon's wisdom for herself, the palace that he had built,
"Everything I heard about your wisdom and what you have to say is true!" she gasped,
"but I didn't believe it at first! But then I came here and I've seen it for myself! It's amazing! I wasn't told half of what's really great about your wisdom. You're far better in person than what the reports have said about you!
How blessed are your staff! And how blessed are your employees, who serve you continually and get to listen to your wisdom!
As a result, King Solomon became greater than all the kings of the earth in regards to wealth and wisdom.
And you, Ezra, in accordance with the wisdom given to you by your God, are to appoint magistrates and judges to administer justice to all the people beyond the Euphrates River. All of them are to know the laws of your God, and you are to instruct those who do not know them.
Their wealth perishes with them, doesn't it? They die, and do so without having wisdom, don't they?"
"Truly, you are the people and wisdom will die with you!
"Wisdom may be found in the company of the aged. Understanding comes with longevity.
With God is wisdom and strength; counsel and understanding belongs to him.
"With God are strength and sound wisdom; both the deceived and those who deceive are responsible to him.
Have you listened in on God's secret council? Have you limited wisdom only to yourself?
"Where can wisdom be found? Where is understanding's home?
Don't even bother to mention coral and crystal wisdom is more valuable than a bag of rubies.
"From where, then, does wisdom originate? Where does understanding live?
Then he looked at wisdom, and fixed it in place; he established it, and also examined it.
He has commanded mankind: "To fear the Lord that is wisdom; to move away from evil that is understanding.'"
I thought, experience should speak; abundance of years teaches wisdom.
"So that you cannot claim, "We have found wisdom!' let God do the rebuking, not man;
But if you have nothing to say, then at least listen to me! Be quiet and learn some wisdom from me."
"Who sets wisdom within you, or imbues your mind with understanding?
Who has the wisdom to be able to count the clouds, or to empty the water jars of heaven,
because God didn't grant her wisdom and never gave her understanding.
The mouth of the righteous one produces wisdom; his tongue speaks justice.
Indeed, you are pleased with truth in the inner person, and you will teach me wisdom in my innermost parts.
teach us to keep account of our days so we may develop inner wisdom.
They reeled and staggered like a drunkard, as all their wisdom became useless.
The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom; sound understanding belongs to those who practice it. Praise of God endures forever.
to the one who by wisdom made the heavens, for his gracious love is everlasting
These proverbs are for gaining wisdom and discipline; for understanding words of insight;
The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and discipline.
Wisdom cries out in the street; she raises her voice in the public squares.
making your ear attentive to wisdom, and turning your heart to understanding
For the LORD gives wisdom, and from his mouth come knowledge and understanding.
He stores up sound wisdom for the upright and is a shield to those who walk in integrity
For wisdom will enter your heart, and knowledge will be pleasant to your soul.
How joyful is the man who finds wisdom, and the man who gains understanding,
By wisdom the LORD laid the earth's foundations, and by understanding he set the heavens in place.
My son, do not let wisdom leave your sight. Carefully observe sound judgment and discernment,
Get wisdom! Get understanding! Do not forget or turn aside from the words of my mouth!
Wisdom is of utmost importance, therefore get wisdom, and with all your effort work to acquire understanding.
I have directed you in the way of wisdom, and I have led you along straight paths.
Hold on to instruction, do not let it go! Guard wisdom, because she is your life!
My son, pay attention to my wisdom, and listen closely to my insight,
During your travels wisdom will lead you; she will watch over you while you rest; and when you are startled from your sleep, she will commune with you.
Say to wisdom, "You're my sister!" and call understanding your close relative,
Isn't wisdom calling out; isn't understanding raising her voice?
because wisdom is better than precious gems and nothing you desire can compare to it."
"I, wisdom, am related to prudence. I know how to be discreet.
Wisdom has built her house; she has hewn out her seven pillars.
The fear of the LORD is where wisdom begins, and knowing holiness demonstrates understanding.
If you are wise, your wisdom will assist you. If you mock, you alone will be held responsible.
Wisdom characterizes the speech of the discerning, but the rod is for the backs of those lacking discernment.
Just as the fool considers wickedness his joy, so is wisdom to the discerning man.
The words of the righteous overflow with wisdom, but the perverse tongue will be cut out.
When pride appears, disgrace accompanies it, but humility is present with wisdom.
A mocker seeks wisdom and finds none, but learning comes easily to someone who understands.
The wisdom of the prudent helps him know how to live, but a fool's stupidity deceives him.
Wisdom is at rest in the mind of the discerning even fools know this.
The fear of the LORD teaches wisdom, and humility precedes honor.
How much better than gaining gold is the acquisition of wisdom, the attainment of wisdom better than silver!
What is this? A fool has enough money to buy wisdom, but is senseless?
A person with understanding has wisdom as his objective, but a fool looks only to earthly goals.
The words a man says are as deep waters a fountain of wisdom is an overflowing stream.
Whoever obtains wisdom loves himself, and whoever treasures understanding will prosper.
Wine causes mocking, and beer causes fights; everyone led astray by them lacks wisdom.
When a mocker is punished, the fool gains wisdom; but when the wise is instructed, he receives knowledge.
No wisdom, insight, or counsel can prevail against the LORD.
Purchase truth, but don't sell it; store up wisdom, instruction, and understanding.
By wisdom a house is built; it is made secure through understanding.
Wisdom lies beyond reach of the fool; he has nothing to say in court.
Keep in mind that wisdom is like that for your soul; if you find it, there will be a future for you, and what you hope for won't be cut short.
The man who loves wisdom brings joy to his father, but anyone who consorts with immoral women squanders his wealth.
The rod and rebuke bestow wisdom, but an undisciplined child brings shame to his mother.
I never acquired wisdom, but I know what the Holy One knows.
I dedicated myself to using wisdom for study and discovery of everything that is done under heaven. God uses terrible things so human beings will struggle with life.
I told myself, "I have become greater and wiser than anyone who ruled before me in Jerusalem yes, I have acquired a great deal of wisdom and knowledge."
So I dedicated myself to learn about wisdom and knowledge, and about insanity and foolishness. And I discovered that this is also like chasing after the wind.
For with much wisdom there is much sorrow; the more someone adds to knowledge, the more someone adds to grief.
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