Wisdom rests in the heart of the discerning; it is known even in the heart of fools.

The discerning heart seeks knowledge, but the mouth of fools feeds on folly.

The one who is wise in heart is called discerning, and kind speech increases persuasiveness.

Wisdom is directly in front of the discerning person, but the eyes of a fool run to the ends of the earth.

Even a fool who remains silent is considered wise, and the one who holds his tongue is deemed discerning.

The discerning person acquires knowledge, and the wise person seeks knowledge.

The steps of a person are ordained by the Lord – so how can anyone understand his own way?

The one who keeps the law is a discerning child, but a companion of gluttons brings shame to his parents.

A rich person is wise in his own eyes, but a discerning poor person can evaluate him properly.

The righteous person cares for the legal rights of the poor; the wicked does not understand such knowledge.

A servant cannot be corrected by words, for although he understands, there is no answer.

“So now Pharaoh should look for a wise and discerning man and give him authority over all the land of Egypt.

Select wise and practical men, those known among your tribes, whom I may appoint as your leaders.”

The Lord found him in a desolate land, in an empty wasteland where animals howl. He continually guarded him and taught him; he continually protected him like the pupil of his eye.

Kenaniah, the leader of the Levites, was in charge of transport, for he was well-informed on this matter;

They and their relatives, all of them skilled and trained to make music to the Lord, numbered two hundred eighty-eight.

They cast lots to determine their responsibilities – oldest as well as youngest, teacher as well as student.

They read from the book of God’s law, explaining it and imparting insight. Thus the people gained understanding from what was read.

If he passes by me, I cannot see him, if he goes by, I cannot perceive him.

For he knows deceitful men; when he sees evil, will he not consider it?