“Wisdom is with the aged, and understanding in length of days.” – Job 12:12
Bible Verses About Age And Wisdom
Proverbs 1:5
“Let the wise hear and increase in learning, and the one who understands obtain guidance.” – Proverbs 1:5
Proverbs 9:10
“The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, and the knowledge of the Holy One is insight.” – Proverbs 9:10
Proverbs 16:31
“Gray hair is a crown of glory; it is gained in a righteous life.” – Proverbs 16:31
Job 32:7
“I said, ‘Let days speak, and many years teach wisdom.’” – Job 32:7
Psalm 92:12-14
“The righteous flourish like the palm tree and grow like a cedar in Lebanon. They are planted in the house of the Lord; they flourish in the courts of our God. They still bear fruit in old age; they are ever full of sap and green.” – Psalm 92:12-14
Proverbs 20:29
“The glory of young men is their strength, but the splendor of old men is their gray hair.” – Proverbs 20:29
Proverbs 4:7
“The beginning of wisdom is this: Get wisdom, and whatever you get, get insight.” – Proverbs 4:7
Ecclesiastes 12:1
“Remember also your Creator in the days of your youth, before the evil days come and the years draw near of which you will say, ‘I have no pleasure in them.'” – Ecclesiastes 12:1
Isaiah 46:4
“Even to your old age I am he, and to gray hairs I will carry you. I have made, and I will bear; I will carry and will save.” – Isaiah 46:4
James 1:5
“If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives generously to all without reproach, and it will be given to him.” – James 1:5
Titus 2:2
“Older men are to be sober-minded, dignified, self-controlled, sound in faith, in love, and in steadfastness.” – Titus 2:2
Isaiah 40:31
“But they who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint.” – Isaiah 40:31
1 Peter 5:5
“Likewise, you who are younger, be subject to the elders. Clothe yourselves, all of you, with humility toward one another, for ‘God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble.’” – 1 Peter 5:5
Proverbs 12:15
“The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, but a wise man listens to advice.” – Proverbs 12:15
Proverbs 19:20
“Listen to advice and accept instruction, that you may gain wisdom in the future.” – Proverbs 19:20
Proverbs 27:17
“Iron sharpens iron, and one man sharpens another.” – Proverbs 27:17
Proverbs 2:6
“For the Lord gives wisdom; from his mouth come knowledge and understanding.” – Proverbs 2:6
Proverbs 3:13
“Blessed is the one who finds wisdom, and the one who gets understanding.” – Proverbs 3:13
Proverbs 2:10
“For wisdom will come into your heart, and knowledge will be pleasant to your soul.” – Proverbs 2:10
Psalms 111:10
“The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom; all those who practice it have a good understanding.” – Psalms 111:10
Colossians 3:16
“Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly, teaching and admonishing one another in all wisdom.” – Colossians 3:16
1 Kings 3:5-9
“At Gibeon the Lord appeared to Solomon in a dream by night, and God said, ‘Ask what I shall give you.’ And Solomon said, ‘You have shown great and steadfast love to your servant David, because he walked before you in faithfulness, in righteousness, and in uprightness of heart toward you.’” – 1 Kings 3:5-9
Philippians 1:9-10
“And it is my prayer that your love may abound more and more, with knowledge and all discernment, so that you may approve what is excellent.” – Philippians 1:9-10
Proverbs 1:7
“The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge; fools despise wisdom and instruction.” – Proverbs 1:7
Ecclesiastes 7:12
“For wisdom is a defense as money is a defense, but the excellency of knowledge is that wisdom gives life to them that have it.” – Ecclesiastes 7:12
Job 28:28
“And he said to man, ‘The fear of the Lord—that is wisdom, and to shun evil is understanding.'” – Job 28:28
Psalms 37:30
“The mouths of the righteous utter wisdom, and their tongues speak what is just.” – Psalms 37:30
Proverbs 4:11
“I have taught you the way of wisdom; I have led you in the paths of uprightness.” – Proverbs 4:11
Proverbs 3:5-6
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths.” – Proverbs 3:5-6
Final Thoughts
As we explore the profound relationship between age and wisdom, it’s clear that the experience gained through the years offers invaluable lessons. Wisdom not only comes from lived experiences but also from building a deep connection with God. This encourages us to seek wisdom from our elders and God’s word, allowing us to grow in understanding. We can carry the wisdom we gain into our daily lives, showing love, respect, and guidance each step of the way.
Embracing our age allows us to reflect on life’s journey and the richness of God’s lessons. As we continue to walk in faith, let us carry wisdom like a guiding light, enabling us to make positive impacts in our lives and those around us.
For more insights on other spiritual topics, feel free to explore Bible passages that can deepen your understanding or check out verses about Jesus’ sacrifice, or even verses that explore gossip. Each of these topics can help enrich our spiritual journey.