Bible Verses about 'Wisdom'
Teach us to number our days, that we may gain a heart of wisdom.
If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him.
Like newborn babies, crave pure spiritual milk, so that by it you may grow up in your salvation, now that you have tasted that the Lord is good.
God has chosen you to make known among the Gentiles the glorious riches of this mystery, which is Christ in you, the hope of glory. We proclaim him, admonishing and teaching everyone with all wisdom, so that we may present everyone perfect in Christ.
Oh, the depth and riches of the wisdom and the knowledge of God! How unsearchable his judgments, and his paths beyond tracing out.
The wisdom that comes from heaven is first of all pure; then peace-loving, considerate, submissive, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial and sincere. Peacemakers who sow in peace raise a harvest of righteousness.
The unfolding of your words gives light; it gives understanding to the simple.
We proclaim him [Jesus], admonishing and teaching everyone with all wisdom, so that we present everyone perfect in Christ.
Who is wise and understanding among you? Let him show it by his good life, by deeds done in the humility that comes from wisdom.
Listen to advice and accept instruction and in the end you will be wise. Many are the plans in a man's heart, but it is the Lord's purpose that prevails.
The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding.
Since the day we heard about you, we have not stopped praying for you and asking God to fill you with the knowledge of his will through all spiritual wisdom and understanding.
Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom, and as you sing psalms, hymns and spiritual songs with gratitude in your hearts to God.
God looks down from heaven on the sons of men to see if there are any who understand, any who seek God.
For the foolishness of God is wiser than man's wisdom, and the weakness of God is stronger than man's strength.
From infancy you have known the holy Scriptures, which are able to make you wise for salvation through faith in Christ Jesus.
Of what use is money in the hand of a fool, since he has no desire to get wisdom?
Wisdom is a shelter as money is a shelter, but the advantage of knowledge is this: that wisdom preserves the life of its possessor.
Since the day we heard about you, we have not stopped praying for you and asking God to fill you with the knowledge of his will through all spiritual wisdom and understanding.
The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding.
Teach us to number our days aright, that we may gain a heart of wisdom.
To the only wise God be glory forever through Jesus Christ! Amen.
Those who are wise will shine like the brightness of the heavens, and those who lead many to righteousness, like the stars for ever and ever.
We proclaim [Christ], admonishing and teaching everyone with all wisdom, so that we may present everyone perfect in Christ.
...you are in Christ Jesus, who has become for us wisdom from God — that is, our righteousness, holiness and redemption. Therefore, as it is written: "Let him who boasts boast in the Lord."
Discretion will protect you, and understanding will guard you.
Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight.
When the woman saw that the fruit of the tree was good for food and pleasing to the eye, and also desirable for gaining wisdom, she took some and ate it. She also gave some to her husband, who was with her, and he ate it.
Be wise in the way you act toward outsiders; make the most of every opportunity. Let your conversation be always full of grace, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how to answer everyone.
Be very careful, then, how you live — not as unwise but as wise, making the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil.
[Jesus challenged the outward show of religiosity among religious people who were ignoring their inner need to be humble and pure before God. He said:] "Nothing outside a person can defile them by going into them. Rather, it is what comes out of a person that defiles them.'"
The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding.
Wisdom is better than weapons of war, but one sinner destroys much good.
The wise in heart accept commands, but a chattering fool comes to ruin.
He who heeds discipline shows the way to life, but whoever ignores correction leads others astray.
A man who lacks judgment derides his neighbor, but a man of understanding holds his tongue.
But his delight is in the law of the Lord, and on his law he meditates day and night.
The lips of the righteous nourish many, but fools die for lack of judgment.
"Oh, the depth of the riches of the wisdom and knowledge of God! ... For from him and through him and to him are all things.
To him be the glory forever! Amen."
It is because of him that you are in Christ Jesus, who has become for us wisdom from God — that is, our righteousness, holiness and redemption.
The lips of the righteous nourish many, but fools die for lack of judgment.
If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him.
Do not be wise in your own eyes; fear the Lord and shun evil.
Who is wise and understanding among you? Let him show it by his good life, by deeds done in the humility that comes from wisdom.
My son, do not forget my teaching, but keep my commands in your heart, for they will prolong your life many years and bring you prosperity.
I keep asking that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the glorious Father, may give you the Spirit of wisdom and revelation, so that you may know him better.
My son, keep your father's commands and do not forsake your mother's teaching.
Whoever gives heed to instruction prospers,
and blessed is he who trusts in the Lord.
and blessed is he who trusts in the Lord.
The wise in heart accept commands, but a chattering fool comes to ruin.
My son, preserve sound judgment and discernment, do not let them out of your sight; they will be life for you, an ornament to grace your neck.
A patient man has great understanding, but a quick-tempered man displays folly.
The man of integrity walks securely, but he who takes crooked paths will be found out.
How much better to get wisdom than gold, to choose understanding rather than silver!
The lips of the righteous know what is fitting, but the mouth of the wicked only what is perverse.
Whoever of you loves life and desires to see many good days, keep your tongue from evil and your lips from speaking lies.
Be very careful, then, how you live — not as unwise but as wise, making the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil.
Illustrated Bible Verses on 'Wisdom'
