Proverbs 17:16 · KJV
"Wherefore is there a price in the hand of a fool to get wisdom, seeing he hath no heart to it?"
King James Version
What does Proverbs 17:16 mean? →Passage Context
14The beginning of strife is as when one letteth out water: therefore leave off contention, before it be meddled with.
15He that justifieth the wicked, and he that condemneth the just, even they both are abomination to the LORD.
16Wherefore is there a price in the hand of a fool to get wisdom, seeing he hath no heart to it?
17A friend loveth at all times, and a brother is born for adversity.
18A man void of understanding striketh hands, and becometh surety in the presence of his friend.
Devotional Reflection
GratitudeHope
What is more important to you, money or wisdom? Look at our verse carefully. Money is truly meaningless without wisdom. In the hands of a fool, it will not be put to good use and will quickly vanish. Like Solomon, let's pursue spiritual wisdom instead of fame or wealth, and the other things will take care of themselves.
Prayer
Father, eternal God, grant me the wisdom to prioritize what needs the most of my time, energy, and resources. So that I might live to Your glory and invest my life in what is genuinely worthwhile, kindly grant me Your holy wisdom. In Jesus' name, I pray. Amen.
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