6 Bible Verses

The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge: but fools despise wisdom and instruction.
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Proverbs 1:7KJV
This foundational verse establishes that true wisdom begins with reverence for God. It suggests that understanding and spiritual insight start with respecting and honoring God's wisdom above human understanding.
Happy is the man that findeth wisdom, and the man that getteth understanding. For the merchandise of it is better than the merchandise of silver, and the gain thereof than fine gold.
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Proverbs 3:13-14KJV
These verses emphasize that wisdom is more valuable than material wealth. They teach that acquiring wisdom and understanding brings true happiness and is more precious than financial riches.
Wisdom is the principal thing; therefore get wisdom: and with all thy getting get understanding.
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Proverbs 4:7KJV
This direct instruction highlights wisdom as the most important pursuit in life. It encourages believers to prioritize gaining wisdom and understanding above all other pursuits.
The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom: and the knowledge of the holy is understanding.
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Proverbs 9:10KJV
Similar to Proverbs 1:7, this verse reinforces that genuine wisdom originates from respecting God. It connects spiritual reverence with true understanding and insight.
How much better is it to get wisdom than gold! and to get understanding rather than silver!
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Proverbs 16:16KJV
This verse again compares wisdom to material wealth, asserting that spiritual and intellectual growth is far more valuable than monetary gain. It encourages pursuing knowledge and understanding.
He that getteth wisdom loveth his own soul: he that keepeth understanding shall find good.
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Proverbs 19:8KJV
This verse suggests that pursuing wisdom is an act of self-love and personal care. It indicates that those who seek understanding will ultimately benefit themselves and find positive outcomes.

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