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10 Bible verses about Wisdom KJV
Wisdom in the Bible begins with the fear of the LORD, which Proverbs treats as a starting point rather than a summary. These verses cover asking God for it, the difference between knowing things and being wise, and what James says God does with anybody who asks.
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James 1:5 · KJV
If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all men liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him.
Proverbs 3:5-6 · KJV
Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.
Proverbs 1:7 · KJV
The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge: but fools despise wisdom and instruction.
Proverbs 9:10 · KJV
The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom: and the knowledge of the holy is understanding.
Colossians 2:3 · KJV
In whom are hid all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge.
Proverbs 2:6 · KJV
For the LORD giveth wisdom: out of his mouth cometh knowledge and understanding.
Psalm 111:10 · KJV
The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom: a good understanding have all they that do his commandments: his praise endureth for ever.
Ecclesiastes 7:12 · KJV
For wisdom is a defence, and money is a defence: but the excellency of knowledge is, that wisdom giveth life to them that have it.
Proverbs 4:7 · KJV
Wisdom is the principal thing; therefore get wisdom: and with all thy getting get understanding.
1 Corinthians 1:30 · KJV
But of him are ye in Christ Jesus, who of God is made unto us wisdom, and righteousness, and sanctification, and redemption:
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