Wisdom is profitable in practice. It is believed that the older you get, the wiser you become. This is because of the older you get the more experiences you gain in life. An old Ibo Nigeria adage says "What an old man sees sitting down, a young man cannot see even if he climes the tallest tree" this explains in volume why old age is regarded as an epitome of wisdom.
Wisdom and knowledge are frequent subjects in the Bible. They are related but not synonymous. One dictionary defines wisdom as “the ability to discern or judge what is true, right, or lasting.” Knowledge, on the other hand, is “information gained through experience, reasoning, or acquaintance.” Knowledge can exist without wisdom, but wisdom cannot. Knowledge is the bedrock of wisdom. One can be knowledgeable and still be unwise. Knowledge is knowing how to use something; wisdom is knowing when to use it and when not to use it. Why do we need wisdom?
Proverbs tells “wisdom is the principal thing; therefore get wisdom: and with all they getting get understanding.” Proverbs 4:7. Perhaps this was the reason why King Solomon in the Bible chose to wisdom instead riches. “And God said to Solomon, Because this was in thine heart, and thou hast not asked riches, wealth, or honour, nor the life of thine enemies, neither yet hast asked long life; but hast asked wisdom and knowledge for thyself, that thou mayest judge my people, over whom I have made thee king:” 2 Chronicles 1:11. How do one get wisdom?
In his letter to James, Apostle Paul advised “If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all men liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him.” James 1:5. Again in Proverbs we read “For the Lord giveth wisdom: out of his mouth cometh knowledge and understanding.” Proverbs 2:6. True wisdom comes from God as a gift to man. It is given to help. I am happy to learn that God gives this wisdom to all men liberally. The question is: are we seeking for it?
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