Bible Verses About Wisdom
True wisdom begins with the fear of the Lord — it is not human cleverness but divine insight. Scripture overflows with instruction on seeking, finding, and walking in God's wisdom through His Word and Spirit. Below are 8 key passages from the King James Version (KJV) on this theme.
What does the Bible say about wisdom?
Proverbs, James, and more on seeking God's wisdom. 'The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom' — Proverbs 9:10.
8 Bible Verses About Wisdom (KJV)
“And the dogs shall eat Jezebel in the portion of Jezreel, and there shall be none to bury her. And he opened the door, and fled.”
Proverbs 9:10 KJV — The Way of Wisdom — Choose Life Read Proverbs chapter 9 →
“Who are kept by the power of God through faith unto salvation ready to be revealed in the last time.”
James 1:5 KJV — Count It All Joy Read James chapter 1 →
“But it came to pass, when Ahab was dead, that the king of Moab rebelled against the king of Israel.”
Proverbs 3:5 KJV — Trust in the Lord with All Your Heart Read Proverbs chapter 3 →
“And king Jehoram went out of Samaria the same time, and numbered all Israel.”
Proverbs 3:6 KJV — Trust in the Lord with All Your Heart Read Proverbs chapter 3 →
“Then she came and told the man of God. And he said, Go, sell the oil, and pay thy debt, and live thou and thy children of the rest.”
Proverbs 4:7 KJV Read Proverbs chapter 4 →
“And Elijah said unto him, Tarry, I pray thee, here; for the Lord hath sent me to Jordan. And he said, As the Lord liveth, and as thy soul liveth, I will not leave thee. And they two went on.”
Proverbs 2:6 KJV Read Proverbs chapter 2 →
“And he settled his countenance stedfastly, until he was ashamed: and the man of God wept.”
Proverbs 8:11 KJV — Does Not Wisdom Call Out? Read Proverbs chapter 8 →
“Let no man deceive you by any means: for that day shall not come, except there come a falling away first, and that man of sin be revealed, the son of perdition;”
Colossians 2:3 KJV Read Colossians chapter 2 →
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Frequently Asked Questions About Wisdom in the Bible
- What does the Bible say about wisdom?
- True wisdom begins with the fear of the Lord — it is not human cleverness but divine insight. Scripture overflows with instruction on seeking, finding, and walking in God's wisdom through His Word and Spirit. Key KJV passages: Proverbs 9:10, James 1:5, Proverbs 3:5, Proverbs 3:6, Proverbs 4:7.
- What are the best Bible verses about wisdom?
- The most important KJV passages on wisdom include: Proverbs 9:10, James 1:5, Proverbs 3:5, Proverbs 3:6, Proverbs 4:7. Read all 8 passages free at The Living Sword Bible — no account, no ads.
- Where in the Bible does it talk about wisdom?
- The Bible addresses wisdom throughout both Testaments. Key references include Proverbs 9:10, James 1:5, Proverbs 3:5, Proverbs 3:6, Proverbs 4:7, Proverbs 2:6, Proverbs 8:11, 1 Corinthians 1:24, Colossians 2:3, Ecclesiastes 7:12. Explore every passage in context at thelivingsword.replit.app.
- What does the New Testament say about wisdom?
- New Testament scriptures on wisdom: James 1:5, 1 Corinthians 1:24, Colossians 2:3, Ecclesiastes 7:12. Read them free at The Living Sword Bible.
- What does the Old Testament say about wisdom?
- Old Testament scriptures on wisdom: Proverbs 9:10, Proverbs 3:5, Proverbs 3:6, Proverbs 4:7. See them in full context free at The Living Sword.
- How do I study Bible verses about wisdom?
- The Living Sword Bible app offers word-by-word study with original Hebrew and Greek, multiple translations (KJV, World English Bible, Geneva Bible, Young's Literal, ASV, Darby), cross-references, and an AI companion that answers only from Scripture. Read all 8 passages on wisdom at thelivingsword.replit.app — free, no account, no download required.
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