The term "All-wise" refers to the attribute of God that denotes His perfect wisdom and understanding. In Christian theology, God's wisdom is seen as infinite, flawless, and beyond human comprehension. This attribute is central to the understanding of God's nature and His dealings with creation.

Biblical Foundation

The concept of God's all-encompassing wisdom is rooted deeply in Scripture. The Bible frequently emphasizes that God's wisdom surpasses human understanding. In Isaiah 55:8-9 , it is written, "For My thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways My ways," declares the LORD. "For as the heavens are higher than the earth, so My ways are higher than your ways and My thoughts than your thoughts." This passage highlights the vast difference between divine and human wisdom.

In the New Testament, the Apostle Paul extols the wisdom of God in Romans 11:33 : "O, the depth of the riches of the wisdom and knowledge of God! How unsearchable His judgments, and untraceable His ways!" Here, Paul marvels at the profound and unfathomable nature of God's wisdom, which governs His judgments and actions.

God's Wisdom in Creation

The wisdom of God is evident in the creation of the world. Proverbs 3:19 states, "The LORD founded the earth by wisdom and established the heavens by understanding." This verse underscores the idea that the order and complexity of the universe are a reflection of God's wise design. The intricate balance and beauty of creation testify to an all-wise Creator who orchestrates all things with purpose and precision.

Wisdom in God's Plan of Salvation

God's wisdom is also manifest in His plan of salvation through Jesus Christ. In 1 Corinthians 1:24 , Paul refers to Christ as "the power of God and the wisdom of God." The incarnation, life, death, and resurrection of Jesus are seen as the ultimate demonstration of divine wisdom, confounding human expectations and revealing God's redemptive purposes.

The wisdom of God in salvation is further elaborated in Ephesians 3:10-11 : "His intent was that now, through the church, the manifold wisdom of God should be made known to the rulers and authorities in the heavenly realms, according to the eternal purpose that He accomplished in Christ Jesus our Lord." This passage indicates that God's wisdom is displayed not only to humanity but also to spiritual beings, showcasing His eternal plan through the church.

Human Response to God's Wisdom

In light of God's all-wise nature, humans are called to respond with reverence and trust. Proverbs 9:10 declares, "The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding." Recognizing God's wisdom leads to a life of obedience and humility, acknowledging that His ways are best.

James 1:5 encourages believers to seek wisdom from God: "If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives generously to all without reproach, and it will be given to him." This invitation reflects the belief that while God's wisdom is supreme, He graciously imparts wisdom to those who seek it in faith.

Conclusion

The attribute of being "All-wise" is integral to understanding the character of God as revealed in the Bible. His wisdom is evident in creation, salvation, and His ongoing relationship with humanity. Believers are called to trust in God's wisdom, seek it earnestly, and live in accordance with His divine guidance.

Man's Difficulty Concerning Prayer.
... '"and not to faint.'"Luke 18:1. 'How should any design of the All-wise be altered
in response to prayer of ours!' How are we to believe such a thing? ...
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Concerning the Testimonies of Apollo and the Gods.
... answered:". "O all-wise, all-learned, versed in many pursuits, hear, O demon.". ... verse:".
"O harmony of the world, bearing light, all-wise demon.". ...
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On the Words, Maker of Heaven and Earth, and of all Things visible ...
... earth [1067] , and that we may make ourselves safe against the wrong paths of the
godless heretics, who have dared to speak evil of the All wise Artificer of ...
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On Divine Providence
... what it properly implies. 8. The eternal, almighty, all-wise, all-gracious
God is the Creator of heaven and earth. He called out of ...
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The General Service to a Prophet.
... Having cleared thy mind O all-wise one from filth, thouhast made it into a divine
mirror, receptive of the rays of the Divine spirit, and now art thou joyfully ...
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The General Service to a Hiero-Confessor or Monk-Confessor.
... For the Versicles the Stichera, Tone 8. Similar to: O most glorious wonder ...O
all-wise father (mentioned by name), Thou hast brightened the church of Christ ...
/.../anonymous/the general menaion/chapter xxv the general service.htm

The Potter and the Clay
... had you or I accompanied him to the potter's house, I believe we should have seen
him silently, but intensely waiting upon his great and all-wise Commander, to ...
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The Power and Wisdom of God in the Creation.
... here consider the fabric and texture of the bodies of animals in one particular
view; which, in my opinion, shews the hand of a thinking and all-wise being in ...
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The Unity of the Divine Being
... end. 7. Holiness is another of the attributes of the almighty, all-wise
God. He is infinitely distant from every touch of evil. ...
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Songs in the Night
... ELIHU was a wise man, exceeding wise, though not as wise as the all-wise Jehovah,
who sees light in the clouds, and finds order in confusion; hence Elihu ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 44 1898/songs in the night.htm

All-wise (1 Occurrence)
All-wise. All-various, All-wise. Ally . Multi-Version Concordance
All-wise (1 Occurrence). Ezekiel 28:12 Son of man, make ...
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Ally (5 Occurrences)

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Rabmag (2 Occurrences)
... quantity, or power. Thus it might be interpreted the "allwise" or "all-powerful"
prince, the chief magician or physician. It is, therefore ...
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Rab-mag (2 Occurrences)
... quantity, or power. Thus it might be interpreted the "allwise" or "all-powerful"
prince, the chief magician or physician. It is, therefore ...
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Prophecy (37 Occurrences)
... and intermediate prophecies also which hold an important place in the great chain
of events which illustrate the sovereignty and all-wise overruling providence ...
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All-various (1 Occurrence)
All-various. Alluring, All-various. All-wise . Multi-Version Concordance
All-various (1 Occurrence). ... Alluring, All-various. All-wise . Reference Bible.
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Divorce (18 Occurrences)
... it, but because Christ taught it, and that in His teaching we have a statement out
from the righteousness, wisdom, insight and rationality of the all-wise God. ...
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Taste (46 Occurrences)
... it, but because Christ taught it, and that in His teaching we have a statement out
from the righteousness, wisdom, insight and rationality of the all-wise God. ...
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Persian (4 Occurrences)
... many of the deities worshipped in Iran were unworthy of adoration, being evil in
character, hostile to all good and therefore to the "All-Wise" Spirit (Ahura ...
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