James 3:17
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17 But the wisdom from above is first pure [morally and spiritually undefiled], then peace-loving [courteous, considerate], gentle, reasonable [and willing to listen], full of compassion and good fruits. It is unwavering, without [self-righteous] hypocrisy [and self-serving guile].
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Proverbs 4:7
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“The beginning of wisdom is: Get [skillful and godly] wisdom [it is preeminent]!
And with all your acquiring, get understanding [actively seek spiritual discernment, mature comprehension, and logical interpretation].(A)
Proverbs 16:16
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How much better it is to get wisdom than gold!
And to get understanding is to be chosen above silver.(A)
Proverbs 23:23
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[a]Buy truth, and do not sell it;
Get wisdom and instruction and understanding.
Footnotes
- Proverbs 23:23 The ancient rabbis routinely assumed “truth” to refer to the Torah (Law), and they interpreted the first part of this command to mean that a student should pay a teacher to teach him the Torah if he can find no one to teach him for free. As for the second part, they said that if the student had to pay to learn, he should not view this as grounds to charge for teaching others, but should teach the Torah for free.
Proverbs 11:12
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He who despises his neighbor lacks sense,
But a man of understanding keeps silent.
Proverbs 24:3
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Through [skillful and godly] wisdom a house [a life, a home, a family] is built,
And by understanding it is established [on a sound and good foundation],
Proverbs 10:21
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The lips of the righteous feed and guide many,
But fools [who reject God and His wisdom] die for lack of understanding.
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