Wisdom – Gems from Proverbs

News | Our Masters Voice | August 23, 2008 at 10:23 am

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Proverbs 1:7

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

 

Proverbs 2:6

For the LORD gives wisdom, and from his mouth come knowledge and understanding.

 

Proverbs 2:10

For wisdom will enter your heart, and knowledge will be pleasant to your soul.

 

Proverbs 2:12

Wisdom will save you from the ways of wicked men, from men whose words are perverse,

 

Proverbs 3:1

My son, do not forget my teaching, but keep my commands in your heart,

 

Proverbs 3:13

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

 

Proverbs 3:19

By wisdom the LORD laid the earth’s foundations, by understanding he set the heavens in place;

 

Proverbs 4:5

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

 

Proverbs 4:6

Do not forsake wisdom, and she will protect you; love her, and she will watch over you.

 

Proverbs 4:7

Wisdom is supreme; therefore get wisdom. Though it cost all you have, get understanding.

 

Proverbs 4:11

I guide you in the way of wisdom and lead you along straight paths.

 

Proverbs 5:1

My son, pay attention to my wisdom, listen well to my words of insight,

 

Proverbs 7:4

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

 

Proverbs 8:11

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

 

Proverbs 8:12

“I, wisdom, dwell together with prudence; I possess knowledge and discretion.

 

Proverbs 10:13

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

Proverbs 10:23

A fool finds pleasure in evil conduct, but a man of understanding delights in wisdom.

 

Proverbs 10:31

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

 

Proverbs 11:2

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

 

Proverbs 12:8

A man is praised according to his wisdom, but men with warped minds are despised.

 

Proverbs 13:10

Pride only breeds quarrels, but wisdom is found in those who take advice.

 

Proverbs 14:6

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

 

Proverbs 14:8

The wisdom of the prudent is to give thought to their ways, but the folly of fools is deception.

 

Proverbs 14:33

Wisdom reposes in the heart of the discerning and even among fools she lets herself be known.

 

Proverbs 15:33

The fear of the LORD teaches a man wisdom, and humility comes before honor.

 

Proverbs 16:16

How much better to get wisdom than gold, to choose understanding rather than silver!

 

Proverbs 17:16

Of what use is money in the hand of a fool, since he has no desire to get wisdom?

 

Proverbs 17:24

A discerning man keeps wisdom in view, but a fool’s eyes wander to the ends of the earth.

 

Proverbs 18:4

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

 

Proverbs 19:8

He who gets wisdom loves his own soul; he who cherishes understanding prospers.

 

Proverbs 19:11

A man’s wisdom gives him patience; it is to his glory to overlook an offense.

 

Proverbs 21:11

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

 

Proverbs 21:30

There is no wisdom, no insight, no plan that can succeed against the LORD.

 

Proverbs 23:4

Do not wear yourself out to get rich; have the wisdom to show restraint.

 

Proverbs 23:9

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

 

Proverbs 23:23

Buy the truth and do not sell it; get wisdom, discipline and understanding.

 

Proverbs 24:3

By wisdom a house is built, and through understanding it is established;

 

Proverbs 24:7

Wisdom is too high for a fool; in the assembly at the gate he has nothing to say.

 

Proverbs 24:14

Know also that wisdom is sweet to your soul; if you find it, there is a future hope for you, and your hope will not be cut off.

 

Proverbs 28:26

He who trusts in himself is a fool, but he who walks in wisdom is kept safe.

 

Proverbs 29:3

A man who loves wisdom brings joy to his father, but a companion of prostitutes squanders his wealth.

 

Proverbs 29:15

The rod of correction imparts wisdom, but a child left to himself disgraces his mother.

 

Proverbs 30:3

I have not learned wisdom, nor have I knowledge of the Holy One.

 

Proverbs 31:26

She speaks with wisdom, and faithful instruction is on her tongue.

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