Wisdom

When the woman saw that the tree was good for food and pleasing to the eyes, and that it was desirable for obtaining wisdom, she took the fruit and ate it. She also gave some to her husband who was with her, and he ate it.

You are to instruct all the skilled craftsmen, whom I have filled with a spirit of wisdom, to make garments for Aaron’s consecration, so that he may serve Me as priest.

Observe them carefully, for this will show your wisdom and understanding in the sight of the peoples, who will hear of all these statutes and say, “Surely this great nation is a wise and understanding people.”

Now Joshua son of Nun was filled with the spirit of wisdom because Moses had laid his hands on him. So the Israelites obeyed him and did as the LORD had commanded Moses.

Joab your servant has done this to bring about this change of affairs, but my lord has wisdom like the wisdom of the angel of God, to know everything that happens in the land.”

Joab your servant has done this to bring about this change of affairs, but my lord has wisdom like the wisdom of the angel of God, to know everything that happens in the land.”

So act according to your wisdom, and do not let his gray head go down to Sheol in peace.

When all Israel heard of the judgment the king had given, they stood in awe of him, for they saw that the wisdom of God was in him to administer justice.

And God gave Solomon wisdom, exceedingly deep insight, and understanding beyond measure, like the sand on the seashore.

Solomon’s wisdom was greater than that of all the men of the East, greater than all the wisdom of Egypt.

Solomon’s wisdom was greater than that of all the men of the East, greater than all the wisdom of Egypt.

So men of all nations came to listen to Solomon’s wisdom, sent by all the kings of the earth, who had heard of his wisdom.

So men of all nations came to listen to Solomon’s wisdom, sent by all the kings of the earth, who had heard of his wisdom.

And the LORD gave Solomon wisdom, as He had promised him. There was peace between Hiram and Solomon, and the two of them made a treaty.

When the queen of Sheba saw all the wisdom of Solomon, the palace he had built,

She said to the king, “The report I heard in my own country about your words and wisdom is true.

But I did not believe these things until I came and saw with my own eyes. Indeed, not even half was told to me. Your wisdom and prosperity have far exceeded the report I heard.

How blessed are your men! How blessed are these servants of yours who stand continually before you and hear your wisdom!

So King Solomon surpassed all the kings of the earth in riches and wisdom.

The whole world sought an audience with Solomon to hear the wisdom that God had put in his heart.

As for the rest of the acts of Solomon—all that he did, as well as his wisdom—are they not written in the Book of the Acts of Solomon?

Now grant me wisdom and knowledge, so that I may lead this people. For who is able to govern this great people of Yours?”

God said to Solomon, “Since this was in your heart instead of requesting riches or wealth or honor for yourself or death for your enemies—and since you have not even requested long life but have asked for wisdom and knowledge to govern My people over whom I have made you king—

…therefore wisdom and knowledge have been granted to you. And I will also give you riches and wealth and honor unlike anything given to the kings before you or after you.”

When the queen of Sheba saw the wisdom of Solomon, the palace he had built,

She said to the king, “The report I heard in my own country about your words and wisdom is true.

But I did not believe the reports until I came and saw with my own eyes. Indeed, not half of the greatness of your wisdom was told to me. You have far exceeded the report I heard.

How blessed are your men! How blessed are these servants of yours who stand continually before you and hear your wisdom!

So King Solomon surpassed all the kings of the earth in riches and wisdom.

All the kings of the earth sought an audience with Solomon to hear the wisdom that God had put in his heart.

And you, Ezra, according to the wisdom of your God, which you possess, are to appoint magistrates and judges to judge all the people west of the Euphrates—all who know the laws of your God. And you are to teach these laws to anyone who does not know them.

Are not their tent cords pulled up, so that they die without wisdom?’

…and disclose to you the secrets of wisdom, for true wisdom has two sides. Know then that God exacts from you less than your iniquity deserves.

…and disclose to you the secrets of wisdom, for true wisdom has two sides. Know then that God exacts from you less than your iniquity deserves.

“Truly then you are the people with whom wisdom itself will die!

Wisdom is found with the elderly, and understanding comes with long life.

Wisdom and strength belong to God; counsel and understanding are His.

True wisdom and power belong to Him. The deceived and the deceiver are His.

If only you would remain silent; for that would be your wisdom!

Do you listen in on the council of God or limit wisdom to yourself?

But where can wisdom be found, and where does understanding dwell?

Coral and quartz are unworthy of mention; the price of wisdom is beyond rubies.

From where, then, does wisdom come, and where does understanding dwell?

…then He looked at wisdom and appraised it; He established it and searched it out.

And He said to man, ‘Behold, the fear of the Lord, that is wisdom, and to turn away from evil is understanding.’”

I thought that age should speak, and many years should teach wisdom.

So do not claim, ‘We have found wisdom; let God, not man, refute him.’

But if not, then listen to me; be quiet, and I will teach you wisdom.”

Who has put wisdom in the heart or given understanding to the mind?

Who has the wisdom to count the clouds? Or who can tilt the water jars of the heavens

For God has deprived her of wisdom; He has not endowed her with understanding.

The mouth of the righteous man utters wisdom, and his tongue speaks justice.

My mouth will impart wisdom, and the meditation of my heart will bring understanding.

Surely You desire truth in the inmost being; You teach me wisdom in the inmost place.

So teach us to number our days, that we may present a heart of wisdom.

How many are Your works, O LORD! In wisdom You have made them all; the earth is full of Your creatures.

…to instruct his princes as he pleased and teach his elders wisdom.

The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom; all who follow His precepts gain rich understanding. His praise endures forever!

…for gaining wisdom and discipline, for comprehending words of insight,

The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and discipline.

Wisdom calls out in the street, she lifts her voice in the square;

…if you incline your ear to wisdom and direct your heart to understanding,

For the LORD gives wisdom; from His mouth come knowledge and understanding.

He stores up sound wisdom for the upright; He is a shield to those who walk with integrity,

For wisdom will enter your heart, and knowledge will delight your soul.

Blessed is the man who finds wisdom, the man who acquires understanding,

The LORD founded the earth by wisdom and established the heavens by understanding.

Get wisdom, get understanding; do not forget my words or turn from them.

Do not forsake wisdom, and she will preserve you; love her, and she will guard you.

Wisdom is supreme; so acquire wisdom. And whatever you may acquire, gain understanding.

Wisdom is supreme; so acquire wisdom. And whatever you may acquire, gain understanding.

I will guide you in the way of wisdom; I will lead you on straight paths.

My son, pay attention to my wisdom; incline your ear to my insight,

Say to wisdom, “You are my sister,” and call understanding your kinsman,

Does not wisdom call out, and understanding raise her voice?

For wisdom is more precious than rubies, and nothing you desire compares with her.

I, wisdom, dwell together with prudence, and I find knowledge and discretion.

Wisdom has built her house; she has carved out her seven pillars.

The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding.

For through wisdom your days will be multiplied, and years will be added to your life.

Wisdom is found on the lips of the discerning, but a rod is for the back of him who lacks judgment.

The fool delights in shameful conduct, but a man of understanding has wisdom.

The mouth of the righteous brings forth wisdom, but a perverse tongue will be cut out.

When pride comes, disgrace follows, but with humility comes wisdom.

A man is praised according to his wisdom, but a twisted mind is despised.

Arrogance leads only to strife, but wisdom is with the well-advised.

A mocker seeks wisdom and finds none, but knowledge comes easily to the discerning.

The wisdom of the prudent is to discern his way, but the folly of fools deceives them.

Wisdom rests in the heart of the discerning; even among fools she is known.

The fear of the LORD is the instruction of wisdom, and humility comes before honor.

How much better to acquire wisdom than gold! To gain understanding is more desirable than silver.

Why should the fool have money in his hand with no intention of buying wisdom?

Wisdom is the focus of the discerning, but the eyes of a fool wander to the ends of the earth.

The words of a man’s mouth are deep waters; the fountain of wisdom is a bubbling brook.

He who acquires wisdom loves himself; one who safeguards understanding will find success.

When a mocker is punished, the simple gain wisdom; and when a wise man is instructed, he acquires knowledge.

There is no wisdom, no understanding, no counsel that can prevail against the LORD.

Do not speak to a fool, for he will despise the wisdom of your words.

Invest in truth and never sell it—in wisdom and instruction and understanding.

By wisdom a house is built and by understanding it is established;