Angels, as spiritual beings created by God, are often depicted in the Bible as possessing great wisdom and understanding. Their wisdom is not inherent but is a reflection of the divine wisdom of God, who created them to serve His purposes and carry out His will.

Biblical Evidence of Angelic Wisdom

1. Role as Messengers and Guides: Angels frequently serve as messengers of God, conveying His instructions and revelations to humans. Their ability to communicate divine messages accurately and effectively indicates a level of wisdom and understanding. For instance, the angel Gabriel is sent to Daniel to give him "insight and understanding" (Daniel 9:22).

2. Understanding of God's Plans: Angels are depicted as having a deep understanding of God's plans and purposes. In the book of Revelation, angels are shown executing God's judgments and revealing His plans for the end times, demonstrating their comprehension of divine mysteries (Revelation 1:1).

3. Witnesses to Creation: Angels were present at the creation of the world, as indicated in the book of Job, where it is written, "while the morning stars sang together and all the sons of God shouted for joy" (Job 38:7). Their presence at creation suggests an understanding of the order and purpose of the universe.

4. Wisdom in Warfare: Angels are often depicted as warriors in the spiritual realm, engaging in battles against the forces of evil. Their strategic and effective actions in these spiritual conflicts imply a level of wisdom and discernment. Michael the archangel, for example, is described as leading the heavenly host in battle against the dragon (Revelation 12:7).

5. Intercessors and Protectors: Angels are also seen as protectors and intercessors for God's people. Their ability to discern the needs of individuals and act accordingly reflects their wisdom. In the book of Acts, an angel of the Lord opens the prison doors for the apostles, guiding them to continue their mission (Acts 5:19-20).

The Source of Angelic Wisdom

The wisdom of angels is derived from their close relationship with God. As beings who dwell in His presence, they are continually exposed to His infinite wisdom and knowledge. This proximity to the divine allows them to act with insight and understanding beyond human capacity.

Angelic Wisdom in Service to God

Angels use their wisdom to serve God's purposes, whether it be delivering messages, executing judgments, or protecting His people. Their actions are always aligned with God's will, demonstrating their commitment to His divine plan. The wisdom of angels is thus a testament to their role as faithful servants of the Almighty, reflecting His glory and majesty in all they do.2 Samuel 14:20
To fetch about this form of speech has your servant Joab done this thing: and my lord is wise, according to the wisdom of an angel of God, to know all things that are in the earth.
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Eastern Wise-Men, or Magi, visit Jesus, the New-Born King.
... The shepherds are directed by angels; the wise men by a star; the scribes by Scriptures;
the king by counselors] where the Christ [the fact that these ...
/.../mcgarvey/the four-fold gospel/xiii eastern wise-men or magi.htm

Again, on the Lord's Prayer, Matt. vi. To the Competentes.
... the Word of God, by whom all things were made, by whom the Angels are fed, by whom
the Angels are enlightened, by whom the Angels become wise; not requiring ...
/.../sermons on selected lessons of the new testament/sermon ix again on the.htm

The Angels of the Advent.
... and learned many things, for the old priest and his wife were wise and good ... They
told the people of Bethlehem about the angels they had seen and the words they ...
/.../lathbury/childs story of the bible/chapter i the angels of.htm

Concerning the Principalities, Archangels, and Angels, and ...
... to preside; yet there is one Head of all, and to this, the Angels, who religiously ...
which are not, but of the truly most high God); for the godly-wise did not ...
/.../dionysius/on the heavenly hierarchy/caput ix concerning the principalities.htm

God Undoubtedly Converts, Without the External Preaching of the ...
... same, in the following words: "It is possible that God, by the inward revelation
of the Holy Spirit, or by the ministry of angels, instructed the wise men, who ...
/.../the works of james arminius vol 1/article xviii god undoubtedly converts.htm

What is Meant by the Appellation "Angels?"
... Now the all-wise Word of God (Theologia) naturally calls Theophany that particular ...
its Wisdom, teaches this also"that it came to us through Angels, as though ...
/.../dionysius/on the heavenly hierarchy/caput iv what is meant.htm

Of Evil Angels
... order to do this the more effectually, they transform themselves into angels of
light ... Here, indeed, "vain men" that "would be wise" again call in the nerves to ...
/.../wesley/sermons on several occasions/sermon 72 of evil angels.htm

Jesus Living at Nazareth and visiting Jerusalem in his Twelfth ...
... these sayings in her heart. [She had many treasured sayings of angels,
shepherds, wise men, and prophets. She now began to add to ...
/.../mcgarvey/the four-fold gospel/xvi jesus living at nazareth.htm

"We have Seen his Star"
... That star was a distant company of shining angels, but of this the wise men were
ignorant. Yet they were impressed that the star was of special import to them. ...
//christianbookshelf.org/white/the desire of ages/chapter 6 we have seen.htm

Of Good Angels
... willing, ready, to defend us; who are at least equally strong, equally wise, and
equally vigilant. And who can hurt us while we have armies of angels, and the ...
/.../wesley/sermons on several occasions/sermon 71 of good angels.htm

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