40 Bible Verses About Wisdom - Scripture for Making Wise Decisions

“If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you.”

“The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding.”

“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.”

“My goal is that they may be encouraged in heart and united in love, so that they may have the full riches of complete understanding, in order that they may know the mystery of God, namely, Christ, in whom are hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge.”

“For the Lord gives wisdom; from his mouth come knowledge and understanding.”

“The beginning of wisdom is this: Get wisdom. Though it cost all you have, get understanding.”

“Wisdom is a shelter as money is a shelter, but the advantage of knowledge is this: Wisdom preserves those who have it.”

“How much better to get wisdom than gold, to get insight rather than silver!”

“But 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.”

“Where there is strife, there is pride, but wisdom is found in those who take advice.”

“Listen to advice and accept discipline, and at the end you will be counted among the wise.”

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“The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom; all who follow his precepts have good understanding. To him belongs eternal praise.”

“Know also that wisdom is like honey for you: If you find it, there is a future hope for you, and your hope will not be cut off.”