Proverbs 1:20 · KJV
"Wisdom crieth without; she uttereth her voice in the streets:"
King James Version
What does Proverbs 1:20 mean? →Passage Context
Reflection Questions
What does it mean for you that wisdom 'cries out'?
How do you respond to opportunities for wisdom in your surroundings?
When have you felt wisdom reaching out to you in a crowded place?
Life Application
Be open to the voices of wisdom around you, whether in conversations or teachings. Actively seek out knowledge.
Engage in community discussions that promote wisdom and understanding among peers.
Connection to Jesus
Jesus often spoke publicly, calling people to wisdom and understanding, similar to the personification of wisdom in this verse.
See also: Matthew 11:28
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