Difference between revisions of "Wisdom"

From Conservapedia
Jump to: navigation, search
m (Reverted edits by C for Conservative (Talk); changed back to last version by Urthona los)
(→‎Godly wisdom)
(33 intermediate revisions by 13 users not shown)
Line 1: Line 1:
−
Wisdom entails a knowledge of truth and goodness.  In the Bible the Book of Proverbs opens with a definition of its purpose and use and includes a powerful definition of wisdom:   
+
[[File:512px-Solomon and the Plan for the Temple.jpg|thumbnail|right|350px|King [[Solomon]] asked [[God]] for wisdom so he could wisely govern the Jewish people (1 Kings 3:1-15).
−
 
+
<br />
−
The proverbs of Solomon son of David, king of Israel:
+
<br />
 +
God said to Solomon, "Indeed I give you a wise and discerning mind; no one like you has been before you and no one like you shall arise after you".]]
 +
'''Wisdom''' entails a knowledge of truth and goodness.  In the [[Bible]], the Book of Proverbs opens with a definition of its purpose and use and includes a powerful definition of wisdom:   
 +
{{cquote|The proverbs of [[Solomon]], son of David, king of [[Israel]]:
 
For attaining wisdom and discipline;  
 
For attaining wisdom and discipline;  
 
For understanding words of insight;
 
For understanding words of insight;
−
For acquiring a disciplined and prudent life,  
+
For acquiring a [[discipline]]d and prudent life,  
 
Doing what is right and just and fair;
 
Doing what is right and just and fair;
 
For giving prudence to the simple,  
 
For giving prudence to the simple,  
Line 13: Line 16:
 
The sayings and riddles of the wise.
 
The sayings and riddles of the wise.
 
The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge,  
 
The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge,  
−
But fools [a] despise wisdom and discipline.
+
But fools [a] despise wisdom and discipline.}}
 +
 
 +
[[Plato]] stated that wisdom concerned knowledge of the whole and that wisdom required both scientific and practical knowledge.  [[Aristotle]] differentiated practical wisdom (prudence) from speculative wisdom (wisdom).  For [[Aristotle]] practical wisdom concerned the conduct of life while speculative wisdom related to theology and the philosophy of origins.  A later follower of [[Aristotle]]'s distincitions was [[Thomas Aquinas]].  [[Baruch Spinoza]] differentiated wisdom between "the ratio" or reason and "scientia intuitiva" or intuitive knowledge.  [Dictionary of Philosophy and Religion, W.L. Reese
 +
 
 +
== Types of wisdom according to the Bible ==
 +
 
 +
=== Human wisdom ===
 +
 
 +
Human wisdom: Ecclesiastics 1:9, 3:19-20, 7:16-17
 +
 
 +
=== Godly wisdom ===
 +
 
 +
Godly wisdom: James 3:16-17, 1 Corinthians 2:14
 +
 
 +
Godly wisdom is characterized by:
 +
 
 +
*The [[belief]] that God's knowledge is perfect. God's knowledge of reality goes beyond human comprehension.
 +
 
 +
*The [[knowledge]] and application of [[truth]] from God's perspective and/or a godly viewpoint
 +
 
 +
*The belief that God's [[will]] is best.<ref>"not my will, but thy will", Luke 22:42</ref> Namely, the belief that seeking to see what God sees and behaving according to His will leads to human flourishing and what is best for both God and man.
 +
 
 +
Articles:
 +
 
 +
*[https://www.gotquestions.org/godly-wisdom.html What is godly wisdom?], [[Got Questions Ministries]]
 +
*[https://covenantuniversity.edu.ng/information/more/covenant-news/227-god-s-wisdom-superior-to-other-kinds-of-wisdom-dr-oyedepo#:~:text=%E2%80%9CThere%20are%20four%20classes%20of,the%20mother's%20breast%20was%20situated. God’s Wisdom Superior to other Kinds of Wisdom - Dr. Oyedepo], Covenant University
 +
 
 +
== Bible verses about wisdom ==
 +
[[File:Open-bible.jpg|thumb|350px|right|The Bible is the best-selling book of all time.<ref>[https://www.guinnessworldrecords.com/world-records/best-selling-book-of-non-fiction The Bible is the best selling book of all time], Guinness Book of Word Record</ref>
 +
<br />
 +
<br />
 +
Between 5 to 7 billion Bibles have been published. ]]
 +
*[https://www.biblestudytools.com/topical-verses/wisdom-bible-verses/ Wisdom Bible Verses], Biblestudytools.com
 +
 
 +
*[https://www.openbible.info/topics/wisdom Bible verses about wisdom], OpenBible.info
 +
 
 +
*[https://www.crossway.org/articles/10-key-bible-verses-on-wisdom-and-discernment/ 10 Key Bible Verses on Wisdom and Discernment], Crossway.org
 +
 
 +
== Sermons on wisdom ==
 +
 
 +
*[https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbjmSS6LZDGpxUk3Y421ovK6Myb0ClwOR Sermons on wisdom - video playlist], Video playlist
 +
*[https://www.sermonaudio.com/sermons.asp?keyword=Wisdom&sermonsonly=true Sermons on wisdom], SermonAudio.com
 +
 
 +
==See also==
 +
* [[Book of Wisdom]]
 +
* [[Compassion]]
 +
* [[Intellectual humility]]
 +
* [[Intellectual curiosity]]
 +
* [[The fool says in his heart, "There is no God."]]
 +
* [[Atheism and foolishness]]
 +
 
 +
==External links==
 +
 
 +
*[https://plato.stanford.edu/entries/wisdom/ Wisdom], [[Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy]]
 +
 
 +
*[https://benjaminmcevoy.com/virtuous-life-challenge-week-12-wisdom/ How to Obtain the Virtue of Wisdom (Aristotle’s Ethics)]
 +
 
 +
*[https://positivepsychology.com/wisdom/ The 5 Character Strengths of Wisdom in Positive Psychology], Positive Psychology website
  
−
Plato stated that wisdom concerned knowledge of the whole and that wisdom required both scientific and practical knowledge.  Aristotle differentiated practical wisdom (prudence) from speculative wisdom (wisdom).  For Aristotle practical wisdom concerned the conduct of life while speculative wisdom related to theology and the philosophy of origins.  A later follower of Aristotole's distincitions was Thomas Aquinas.  Baruch Spinoza differentiated wisdom between "the ratio" or reason and "scientia intuitiva" or intuitive knowledge.  [Dictionary of Philosophy and Religion, W.L. Reese]
+
==References==
 +
<References/>
 +
[[Category:Religion]]
 +
[[Category:Philosophy]]

Revision as of 18:47, February 4, 2025

King Solomon asked God for wisdom so he could wisely govern the Jewish people (1 Kings 3:1-15).

God said to Solomon, "Indeed I give you a wise and discerning mind; no one like you has been before you and no one like you shall arise after you".

Wisdom entails a knowledge of truth and goodness. In the Bible, the Book of Proverbs opens with a definition of its purpose and use and includes a powerful definition of wisdom:

“ The proverbs of Solomon, son of David, king of Israel:

For attaining wisdom and discipline; For understanding words of insight; For acquiring a disciplined and prudent life, Doing what is right and just and fair; For giving prudence to the simple, Knowledge and discretion to the young- Let the wise listen and add to their learning, And let the discerning get guidance- For understanding proverbs and parables, The sayings and riddles of the wise. The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge, But fools [a] despise wisdom and discipline.

”

Plato stated that wisdom concerned knowledge of the whole and that wisdom required both scientific and practical knowledge. Aristotle differentiated practical wisdom (prudence) from speculative wisdom (wisdom). For Aristotle practical wisdom concerned the conduct of life while speculative wisdom related to theology and the philosophy of origins. A later follower of Aristotle's distincitions was Thomas Aquinas. Baruch Spinoza differentiated wisdom between "the ratio" or reason and "scientia intuitiva" or intuitive knowledge. [Dictionary of Philosophy and Religion, W.L. Reese

Types of wisdom according to the Bible

Human wisdom

Human wisdom: Ecclesiastics 1:9, 3:19-20, 7:16-17

Godly wisdom

Godly wisdom: James 3:16-17, 1 Corinthians 2:14

Godly wisdom is characterized by:

  • The belief that God's knowledge is perfect. God's knowledge of reality goes beyond human comprehension.
  • The knowledge and application of truth from God's perspective and/or a godly viewpoint
  • The belief that God's will is best.[1] Namely, the belief that seeking to see what God sees and behaving according to His will leads to human flourishing and what is best for both God and man.

Articles:

Bible verses about wisdom

The Bible is the best-selling book of all time.[2]

Between 5 to 7 billion Bibles have been published.

Sermons on wisdom

See also

External links

References

  1. ↑ "not my will, but thy will", Luke 22:42
  2. ↑ The Bible is the best selling book of all time, Guinness Book of Word Record
Retrieved from "https://conservapedia.com/index.php?title=Wisdom&oldid=2106643"