Verses on Wisdom

Psalm 90:12

Teach us to number our days aright, that we may gain a heart of wisdom.

Psalm 111:10

The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom; all who follow his precepts have a good understanding. To him belongs eternal praise.

Proverbs 1:8

Listen, my son, to your father’s instruction, and do not forsake your mother’s teaching.

Proverbs 2:6

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

Proverbs 4:7-9

The beginning of wisdom is this: Get wisdom. Though it cost all you have, get understanding. 8 Cherish her, and she will exalt you; embrace her, and she will honor you.

Proverbs 15:33

The fear of the Lord teaches a man wisdom and humility come before honor.

James 1:5

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.

James 3:17-18

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. 18 Peacemakers who sow in peace reap a harvest of righteousness.