Bible Verses about 'Wise'

Whoever walks with the wise becomes wise, but he who mingles with… Proverbs 13:20

Whoever walks with the wise becomes wise, but he who mingles with fools will suffer harm. Proverbs 13:20	He who walks with wise men will be wise, But the companion of fools will be destroyed. wisdom punishment
My son, if your heart is wise, then my heart will be glad. Proverbs 23:15	My son, if your heart is wise, My heart will rejoice—indeed, I myself. wisdom heart joy

Let no one delude himself. If anyone among you considers himself to be wise by worldly standards, he must become a fool in order to be truly wise. 1 Corinthians 3:18	Let no one deceive himself. If anyone among you seems to be wise in this age, let him become a fool that he may become wise. wisdom world selfishness
A fool gives free rein to his anger, but a wise man bides his time and calms it. Proverbs 29:11	A fool vents all his feelings, But a wise man holds them back. anger wisdom self-control
A wise man will heed commandments, but a babbling fool will come to grief. Proverbs 10:8	The wise in heart will receive commands, But a prating fool will fall. law wisdom heart
A wise son brings joy to his father, but a foolish son gives grief to his mother. Proverbs 10:1	A wise son makes a glad father, But a foolish son is the grief of his mother. joy family wisdom
The words of a wise man win favor, but a fool’s tongue is his undoing. Ecclesiastes 10:12	The words of a wise man’s mouth are gracious, But the lips of a fool shall swallow him up. speaking wisdom
The father of a good man will rejoice; he who begets a wise son will delight in him. Proverbs 23:24	The father of the righteous will greatly rejoice, And he who begets a wise child will delight in him. joy wisdom family
Even a fool who keeps silent is considered wise; if he closes his lips, he is regarded as intelligent. Proverbs 17:28	Even a fool is counted wise when he holds his peace; When he shuts his lips, he is considered perceptive. speaking wisdom mind
Who among you is wise and understanding? Prove by your good life that your works are done with the humility that comes from wisdom. James 3:13	Who is wise and understanding among you? Let him show by good conduct that his works are done in the meekness of wisdom. humility wisdom life
Everyone who hears these words of mine and acts in accordance with them will be like a wise man who constructed his house on a rock foundation. Matthew 7:24	Therefore whoever hears these sayings of Mine, and does them, I will liken him to a wise man who built his house on the rock. Word of God wisdom listening
The law of the Lord is perfect, affording refreshment to the soul. The decree of the Lord is worthy of trust, imparting wisdom to the simple. Psalm 19:8	The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul; The testimony of the Lord is sure, making wise the simple. law soul wisdom
Let those who are wise understand these words, and let the prudent acknowledge them. For straight are the ways of the Lord; the upright walk in them, but sinners stumble. Hosea 14:10	Who is wise? Let him understand these things. Who is prudent? Let him know them. For the ways of the Lord are right; The righteous walk in them, But transgressors stumble in them. wisdom understanding righteousness
Therefore, take care to live as intelligent people, and do not be like those who are senseless. Make the most of the present time, for this is a wicked age. Ephesians 5:15-16	See then that you walk circumspectly, not as fools but as wise, redeeming the time, because the days are evil. wisdom life mind
Do not pride yourself on your own wisdom; fear the Lord and turn your back on evil. This will provide healing for your flesh and restore strength to your body. Proverbs 3:7-8	Do not be wise in your own eyes; Fear the Lord and depart from evil. It will be health to your flesh, And strength to your bones. awe blessing evil
Many shall be purified, cleansed, and refined, but the wicked will persist in their evil ways. Daniel 12:10	Many shall be purified, made white, and refined, but the wicked shall do wickedly; and none of the wicked shall understand, but the wise shall understand. purification sin understanding
After Jesus had been born in Bethlehem of Judea during the reign of King Herod, wise men traveled from the east and arrived in Jerusalem, inquiring, “Where is the newborn king of the Jews? We saw the rising of his star, and we have come to pay him homage.” Matthew 2:1-2	Now after Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea in the days of Herod the king, behold, wise men from the East came to Jerusalem, saying, “Where is He who has been born King of the Jews? For we have seen His star in the East and have come to worship Him.” christmas worship
Live in harmony with one another. Do not consider yourself to be better than others, but associate with the lowly, and never be conceited. Romans 12:16	Be of the same mind toward one another. Do not set your mind on high things, but associate with the humble. Do not be wise in your own opinion. humility community dependence
Do not wear yourself out in the pursuit of wealth, and cease even to think about it. Proverbs 23:4	Do not overwork to be rich; Because of your own understanding, cease! money greed planning
Do not assert that the past was better than the present, for such a statement is not a sign of wisdom. Ecclesiastes 7:10	Do not say, “Why were the former days better than these?” For you do not inquire wisely concerning this. wisdom life
To the King of the ages, immortal, invisible, the only God, be honor and glory forever and ever. Amen. 1 Timothy 1:17	Now to the King eternal, immortal, invisible, to God who alone is wise, be honor and glory forever and ever. Amen. worship almighty kingdom
Where many words are spoken, sin is not absent, but whoever restrains his tongue is prudent. Proverbs 10:19	In the multitude of words sin is not lacking, But he who restrains his lips is wise. sin speaking
An ignorant man causes strife by his insolence, but wisdom is found with those who take advice. Proverbs 13:10	By pride comes nothing but strife, But with the well-advised is wisdom. wisdom anger
Teach us to comprehend how few our days are so that our hearts may be filled with wisdom. Psalm 90:12	So teach us to number our days, That we may gain a heart of wisdom. planning wisdom heart
A fool is quick to show his anger, but a prudent man ignores an insult. Proverbs 12:16	A fool’s wrath is known at once, But a prudent man covers shame. anger self-control wisdom