What Does the Bible Say About Prudence?

1. #1Proverbs 27:12

   A prudent man foreseeth the evil, and hideth himself; but the simple pass on, and are punished.

   BSBThe prudent see danger and take cover; but the simple keep going and pay the penalty.

2. #2Proverbs 8:12

   I wisdom dwell with prudence, and find out knowledge of witty inventions.

   BSBI, wisdom, dwell together with prudence, and I find knowledge and discretion.

3. #3Proverbs 13:16

   Every prudent man dealeth with knowledge: but a fool layeth open his folly.

   BSBEvery prudent man acts with knowledge, but a fool displays his folly.

4. #41 Peter 4:7

   But the end of all things is at hand: be ye therefore sober, and watch unto prayer.

   BSBThe end of all things is near. Therefore be clear-minded and sober, so that you can pray.

5. #5Proverbs 14:15

   The simple believeth every word: but the prudent man looketh well to his going.

   BSBThe simple man believes every word, but the prudent man watches his steps.

6. #6Proverbs 15:5

   A fool despiseth his father’s instruction: but he that regardeth reproof is prudent.

   BSBA fool rejects his father’s discipline, but whoever heeds correction is prudent.

7. #7Proverbs 22:3

   A prudent man foreseeth the evil, and hideth himself: but the simple pass on, and are punished.

   BSBThe prudent see danger and take cover, but the simple keep going and suffer the consequences.

8. #8John 16:13

   Howbeit when he, the Spirit of truth, is come, he will guide you into all truth: for he shall not speak of himself; but whatsoever he shall hear, that shall he speak: and he will shew you things to come.

   BSBHowever, when the Spirit of truth comes, He will guide you into all truth. For He will not speak on His own, but He will speak what He hears, and He will declare to you what is to come.

9. #9Proverbs 15:2

   The tongue of the wise useth knowledge aright: but the mouth of fools poureth out foolishness.

   BSBThe tongue of the wise commends knowledge, but the mouth of the fool spouts folly.

10. #10Proverbs 19:14

    House and riches are the inheritance of fathers: and a prudent wife is from the Lord.

    BSBHouses and wealth are inherited from fathers, but a prudent wife is from the LORD.

11. #112 Peter 3:9

    The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance.

    BSBThe Lord is not slow in keeping His promise as some understand slowness, but is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish but everyone to come to repentance.

12. #121 Thessalonians 5:21

    Prove all things; hold fast that which is good.

    BSBbut test all things. Hold fast to what is good.

13. #13Proverbs 1:1-7

    The proverbs of Solomon the son of David, king of Israel; To know wisdom and instruction; to perceive the words of understanding; To receive the instruction of wisdom, justice, and judgment, and equity; To give subtilty to the simple, to the young man knowledge and discretion. A wise man will hear, and will increase learning; and a man of understanding shall attain unto wise counsels: To understand a proverb, and the interpretation; the words of the wise, and their dark sayings. …

    BSBThese are the proverbs of Solomon son of David, king of Israel, for gaining wisdom and discipline, for comprehending words of insight, and for receiving instruction in wise living and in righteousness, justice, and equity. To impart prudence to the simple and knowledge and discretion to the young, let the wise listen and gain instruction, and the discerning acquire wise counsel by understanding the proverbs and parables, the sayings and riddles of the wise. …

14. #14John 14:26

    But the Comforter, which is the Holy Ghost, whom the Father will send in my name, he shall teach you all things, and bring all things to your remembrance, whatsoever I have said unto you.

    BSBBut the Advocate, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in My name, will teach you all things and will remind you of everything I have told you.

15. #15Proverbs 17:28

    Even a fool, when he holdeth his peace, is counted wise: and he that shutteth his lips is esteemed a man of understanding.

    BSBEven a fool is considered wise if he keeps silent, and discerning when he holds his tongue.

16. #16Joshua 1:9

    Have not I commanded thee? Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the Lord thy God is with thee whithersoever thou goest.

    BSBHave I not commanded you to be strong and courageous? Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.”

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