Quotes About Wisdom

Like a robber she lies in wait and multiplies the faithless among men.

Those who linger over wine, who go to taste mixed drinks.

Do not gaze at wine while it is red, when it sparkles in the cup and goes down smoothly.

In the end it bites like a snake and stings like a viper.

Your eyes will see strange things, and your mind will utter perversities.

Do not envy wicked men or desire their company;

By wisdom a house is built and by understanding it is established;

through knowledge its rooms are filled with every precious and beautiful treasure.

A wise man is strong, and a man of knowledge enhances his strength.

Only with sound guidance should you wage war, and victory lies in a multitude of counselors.

Wisdom is too high for a fool; he does not open his mouth in the meeting place.

He who plots evil will be called a schemer.

A foolish scheme is sin, and a mocker is detestable to men.

Eat honey, my son, for it is good, and the honeycomb is sweet to your taste.

Know therefore that wisdom is sweet to your soul. If you find it, there is a future for you, and your hope will never be cut off.

Do not gloat when your enemy falls, and do not let your heart rejoice when he stumbles,

Do not fret over evildoers, and do not be envious of the wicked.

My son, fear the LORD and the king, and do not associate with the rebellious.

For they will bring sudden destruction. Who knows what ruin they can bring?

These also are sayings of the wise: To show partiality in judgment is not good.

Whoever tells the guilty, “You are innocent”—peoples will curse him, and nations will denounce him;

but it will go well with those who convict the guilty, and rich blessing will come upon them.

An honest answer given is like a kiss on the lips.

Complete your outdoor work and prepare your field; after that, you may build your house.