Wisdom (2/3)

Even a fool who keeps silent is considered wise; if he closes… Proverbs 17:28

Even a fool who keeps silent is considered wise; if he closes his lips, he is regarded as intelligent. Proverbs 17:28	Even fools are thought wise when they keep silent; with their mouths shut, they seem intelligent. speaking mind
A patient man shows good sense, but a quick-tempered man displays the height of folly. Proverbs 14:29	People with understanding control their anger; a hot temper shows great foolishness. patience understanding anger

For much wisdom can result in much sorrow, and those who increase their knowledge also increase their grief. Ecclesiastes 1:18	The greater my wisdom, the greater my grief. To increase knowledge only increases sorrow. sadness mind worrying
Blessed is the person who has found wisdom, the one who has gained understanding. Proverbs 3:13	Joyful is the person who finds wisdom, the one who gains understanding. mind understanding
The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge; fools are those who despise wisdom and instruction. Proverbs 1:7	Fear of the Lord is the foundation of true knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and discipline. awe learning
The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding. Proverbs 9:10	Fear of the Lord is the foundation of wisdom. Knowledge of the Holy One results in good judgment. awe holiness understanding
In much the same manner will wisdom be sweet to your soul. If you find it, you will have a future, and your hope will not be cut off. Proverbs 24:14	In the same way, wisdom is sweet to your soul. If you find it, you will have a bright future, and your hopes will not be cut short. seeking hope
I have instructed you in the ways of wisdom and led you along the paths of righteousness. Proverbs 4:11	I will teach you wisdom’s ways and lead you in straight paths. learning righteousness
Oh, the depth of the riches and wisdom and knowledge of God! How inscrutable are his judgments and how unfathomable his ways! Romans 11:33	Oh, how great are God’s riches and wisdom and knowledge! How impossible it is for us to understand his decisions and his ways! God understanding
Whoever walks with the wise becomes wise, but he who mingles with fools will suffer harm. Proverbs 13:20	Walk with the wise and become wise; associate with fools and get in trouble. punishment
Acquire wisdom and gain understanding; never forget or turn aside from my words. Proverbs 4:5	Get wisdom; develop good judgment. Don’t forget my words or turn away from them. understanding Word of God obedience
The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom; those who are guided by it will grow in understanding. His praise will last forever. Psalm 111:10	Fear of the Lord is the foundation of true wisdom. All who obey his commandments will grow in wisdom. Praise him forever! awe worship law
The words of a wise man win favor, but a fool’s tongue is his undoing. Ecclesiastes 10:12	Wise words bring approval, but fools are destroyed by their own words. speaking
One person may consider one day to be more sacred than another, while another may judge all days to be alike. Let everyone be convinced in his own beliefs. Romans 14:5	In the same way, some think one day is more holy than another day, while others think every day is alike. You should each be fully convinced that whichever day you choose is acceptable. obedience neighbor sabbath
I want their hearts to be encouraged and united in love so that they may grow rich in their complete understanding as they come to the knowledge of the mystery of God, that is, Christ. Colossians 2:2	I want them to be encouraged and knit together by strong ties of love. I want them to have complete confidence that they understand God’s mysterious plan, which is Christ himself. Jesus encouragement love
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 instructions of the Lord are perfect, reviving the soul. The decrees of the Lord are trustworthy, making wise the simple. law soul Word of God
My son, if your heart is wise, then my heart will be glad. Proverbs 23:15	My child, if your heart is wise, my own heart will rejoice! heart joy family
With his mouth the godless man seeks to ruin his neighbor, but knowledge enables the righteous to be delivered. Proverbs 11:9	With their words, the godless destroy their friends, but knowledge will rescue the righteous. righteousness speaking gossip
A fool gives free rein to his anger, but a wise man bides his time and calms it. Proverbs 29:11	Fools vent their anger, but the wise quietly hold it back. anger self-control
The lips of a fool cause strife, and his mouth provokes a flogging. Proverbs 18:6	Fools’ words get them into constant quarrels; they are asking for a beating. speaking
The father of a good man will rejoice; he who begets a wise son will delight in him. Proverbs 23:24	The father of godly children has cause for joy. What a pleasure to have children who are wise. joy family
A fool is quick to show his anger, but a prudent man ignores an insult. Proverbs 12:16	A fool is quick-tempered, but a wise person stays calm when insulted. anger self-control
If you would seriously consider my reproof, I would pour out my thoughts to you and make my precepts known to you. Proverbs 1:23	Come and listen to my counsel. I’ll share my heart with you and make you wise. conversion repentance Spirit
Many shall be purified, cleansed, and refined, but the wicked will persist in their evil ways. Daniel 12:10	Many will be purified, cleansed, and refined by these trials. But the wicked will continue in their wickedness, and none of them will understand. Only those who are wise will know what it means. purification sin understanding
A fool spurns his father’s correction, but whoever heeds admonition is prudent. Proverbs 15:5	Only a fool despises a parent’s discipline; whoever learns from correction is wise. Father children mind