Quotes about Wisdom
Whoever turns his ear away from hearing the law, even his prayer is detestable.
- Proverbs 28:9
A rich man is wise in his own eyes, but a poor man with discernment sees through him.
- Proverbs 28:11
Blessed is the man who is always reverent, but he who hardens his heart falls into trouble.
- Proverbs 28:14
A leader who lacks judgment is also a great oppressor, but he who hates dishonest profit will prolong his days.
- Proverbs 28:16
A stingy man hastens after wealth and does not know that poverty awaits him.
- Proverbs 28:22
He who rebukes a man will later find more favor than one who flatters with his tongue.
- Proverbs 28:23
He who trusts in himself is a fool, but one who walks in wisdom will be safe.
- Proverbs 28:26
A man who loves wisdom brings joy to his father, but a companion of prostitutes squanders his wealth.
- Proverbs 29:3
Mockers inflame a city, but the wise turn away anger.
- Proverbs 29:8
If a wise man goes to court with a fool, there will be raving and laughing with no resolution.
- Proverbs 29:9
A fool vents all his anger, but a wise man holds it back.
- Proverbs 29:11
A rod of correction imparts wisdom, but a child left to himself disgraces his mother.
- Proverbs 29:15