What Does the Bible Say About Wisdom?

"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."

"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."

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

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

"Let the message of Christ dwell among you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom..."

"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."

"The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom; all who follow his precepts have good understanding."