Ecclesiasticus 39:1-11 How different it is with one who devotes himself to reflecting on the Law of the Most High, who explores all the wisdom of the past and occupies himself with the study of prophecies!
He preserves the sayings of the famous and penetrates the subtleties of parables.
The great avail themselves of his services and he appears in the presence of rulers.
He travels in foreign countries, learning at first hand human good and human evil.
He makes a point of rising early to seek the Lord, his Maker; he prays to the Most High, asking pardon for his sins.
If it is the will of the mighty Lord, he will be filled with the spirit of intelligence; then he will pour forth wise sayings of his own and give thanks to the Lord in prayer.
He is directed in his counsel and knowledge by the Lord, whose secrets are his constant study. In his teaching, he will reveal his learning, and his pride will be in the Law of the Lord’s covenant.
Many will praise his intelligence, and his works will never be forgotten. The memory of him will live forever and ever. The nations will tell of his wisdom and the assembled people will sing his praise. If he lives long, he will leave a name in a thousand; when he goes to his long rest, his reputation is secure. Reference: REB Apocrypha.
Job 28:20-28 Where, then does wisdom come from? God alone knows the way to wisdom. The fear of the Lord is wisdom and to turn from evil, that is understanding.
Daniel 2:21 God gives wisdom to the wise and knowledge to those who have discernment.
James 1:5-6 If any of you lack wisdom, you should ask God and it will be given to you. But, whoever asks, must ask in faith, with no doubts in their mind.
Proverbs 3:13 Blessed is the person who finds wisdom, it is more profitable than gold.
Psalm 40:8-10 God, it is my desire to do Your will. Your Law is in my heart. In the Great assembly, I have proclaimed what is right and not concealed Your unfailing truth.
Isaiah 32:3-4 Then those who see, will see clearly and those who hear will listen with care. The impious mind will understand and the stammerer will speak plainly.
James 3:1 ..you may be sure that we who teach, will ourselves face a stricter judgement.
Romans 12:16 Do not be proud, but be ready to mix with humble people. Do not keep thinking how wise you are.
“At about the time of the end, a body of men will be raised up, who will turn their attention to the prophesies and insist upon their literal interpretation, in the midst of much clamour and oppression.” Quote from Sir Isaac Newton.
2 Corinthians 2:11 For Satan must not be allowed to get the better of us, we know his wiles all too well. p
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