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Bible Verses About Wisdom
Scripture for decisions big and small.
10 verses for decisions big and small, in the King James Version. Tap Copy to send one to a friend, or print the page for your fridge, journal or small group.
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.James 1:5 (KJV)
The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom: and the knowledge of the holy is understanding.Proverbs 9:10 (KJV)
For the LORD giveth wisdom: out of his mouth cometh knowledge and understanding.Proverbs 2:6 (KJV)
Wisdom is the principal thing; therefore get wisdom: and with all thy getting get understanding.Proverbs 4:7 (KJV)
But the wisdom that is from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, and easy to be intreated, full of mercy and good fruits, without partiality, and without hypocrisy.James 3:17 (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.Psalm 111:10 (KJV)
Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom; teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord.Colossians 3:16 (KJV)
The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge: but fools despise wisdom and instruction.Proverbs 1:7 (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.Ecclesiastes 7:12 (KJV)
Hear counsel, and receive instruction, that thou mayest be wise in thy latter end.Proverbs 19:20 (KJV)
How to use these verses this week
- Pick one. Choose the verse that hits closest to what you are facing today.
- Write it down. Put it on your phone’s lock screen or a sticky note where you’ll see it.
- Pray it back. Turn the verse into a sentence to God in your own words.
- Learn it by heart. Our free memory verse flashcards make it easier.
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Questions
What is the best Bible verse about wisdom?
Many people turn to James 1:5: “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.”
Which translation are these verses?
King James Version (KJV), which is in the public domain in the United States, so you can copy, print and share them freely.