Which other Proverbs emphasize the importance of wisdom and prudence? Verse in Focus: Proverbs 13:16 “Every prudent man acts with knowledge, but a fool displays his folly.” Other Proverbs Highlighting Wisdom and Prudence • Proverbs 1:5 — “Let the wise listen and gain instruction, and the discerning acquire wise counsel.” • Proverbs 3:13-15 — “Blessed is the man who finds wisdom, the man who acquires understanding… she is more precious than rubies; nothing you desire compares with her.” • Proverbs 4:5-7 — “Get wisdom; get understanding… Wisdom is supreme; so acquire wisdom, and whatever you may acquire, gain understanding.” • Proverbs 8:12 — “I, wisdom, dwell with prudence, and I find knowledge and discretion.” • Proverbs 9:10 — “The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding.” • Proverbs 10:23 — “Wickedness is sport to a fool, but wisdom is pleasure to a man of understanding.” • Proverbs 12:15 — “The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, but a wise man listens to counsel.” • Proverbs 12:16 — “A fool’s anger is known at once, but a prudent man overlooks an insult.” • Proverbs 12:23 — “A shrewd man conceals knowledge, but the heart of fools proclaims folly.” • Proverbs 14:8 — “The wisdom of the prudent is to understand his way, but the folly of fools deceives them.” • Proverbs 14:15-16 — “The simple believe every word, but the prudent consider their steps. A wise man fears and turns from evil, but a fool is reckless and careless.” • Proverbs 15:5 — “A fool rejects his father’s discipline, but whoever heeds correction is prudent.” • Proverbs 16:16 — “How much better to acquire wisdom than gold; to gain understanding is more desirable than silver.” • Proverbs 18:15 — “The heart of the discerning acquires knowledge, and the ear of the wise seeks it out.” • Proverbs 19:8 — “He who acquires wisdom loves himself; one who safeguards understanding will find success.” • Proverbs 22:3 — “The prudent see danger and take cover, but the simple keep going and pay the penalty.” • Proverbs 27:12 — “A prudent man sees danger and hides himself; the simple keep going and suffer the consequences.” • Proverbs 28:26 — “He who trusts in himself is a fool, but one who walks in wisdom will be kept safe.” • Proverbs 29:11 — “A fool vents all his anger, but a wise man holds it back.” Patterns to Notice • Wisdom listens: repeated calls to “hear,” “gain instruction,” and “seek knowledge.” • Wisdom guards: prudence foresees danger and takes protective action. • Wisdom treasures: valued above gold, silver, and rubies. • Wisdom restrains: the prudent overlook insults, bridle anger, and avoid reckless words. • Wisdom walks with God: “fear of the LORD” is both the doorway and the pathway to true understanding. Living Proverbs 13:16 • Act on knowledge—shape choices by God’s truth rather than impulse. • Seek counsel—invite godly voices to refine decisions. • Weigh your steps—pause long enough to discern where a path leads. • Value wisdom—treat every encounter with Scripture as a treasure hunt for understanding. |
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