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What does the Bible say about wisdom?
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Wisdom is supreme. Get wisdom. Yes, though it costs all your possessions, get understanding.
Proverbs 4:7
But if any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all liberally and without reproach; and it will be given to him.
James 1:5
Happy is the man who finds wisdom, the man who gets understanding.
Proverbs 3:13
For wisdom is a defense, even as money is a defense; but the excellency of knowledge is that wisdom preserves the life of him who has it.
Ecclesiastes 7:12
To man he said, ‘Behold, the fear of the Lord, that is wisdom. To depart from evil is understanding.’”
Job 28:28
Verses quoted from the World English Bible (public domain).
A reflection
The Bible emphasizes the supreme value of wisdom, presenting it as a cherished virtue essential for a fulfilling life (Proverbs 4:7, Proverbs 3:13). It teaches that wisdom not only serves as a defense against life’s challenges but also leads to a deeper understanding of God and oneself (Ecclesiastes 7:12, Job 28:28). Furthermore, seeking wisdom from God is encouraged, as He provides it generously to those who ask (James 1:5).
This reflection was written by AI from the verses above. The verses are quoted verbatim; the AI never writes Scripture.
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