Wise People in the Bible
This king asked God for an understanding heart to govern Israel. (1 Kings 3:9–12)
Who is Solomon?
“The __________ of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom.”
What is fear (Proverbs 1:7)?
This Old Testament book is a collection of wise sayings traditionally attributed to Solomon.
What is Proverbs?
This young boy was brought to the temple to serve under Eli and later became a prophet.
WHO is Samuel?(1 Samuel 1:24-28)
He was known as “a man after God’s own heart” and wrote many songs of worship reflecting divine wisdom. (1 Samuel 13:14)
Who is David?
“Trust in the Lord with all your __________ and lean not on your own __________.”
What are heart and understanding (Proverbs 3:5)?
This “Wisdom” book is a poetic dialogue on suffering and faith, it tells the story of a righteous man who loses it all as a test of faith.
What is Job?
At just a young age, he interpreted King Nebuchadnezzar’s dreams and gained great wisdom.
Who is Daniel? (Daniel 1:17-20)
This prophet advised King Ahab, using a spirited contest on Mount Carmel to prove whose God was real. (1 Kings 18:16–39)
Who is Elijah?
“If any of you lacks __________, you should ask God, who gives generously to all.”
What is wisdom (James 1:5)?
This book, often called “The Teacher,” reflects on life’s meaning and repeatedly concludes that “all is vanity,” contrasting worldly pleasures with wisdom.
What is Ecclesiastes?
This boy was chosen by God to be king, anointed by Samuel while still a youth.
Who is David? (1 Samuel 16:11-13)
As a prime minister of Babylon, he interpreted dreams and received visions, exemplifying godly insight. (Daniel 2:19–23)
WHO is Daniel?
Wisdom is a __________ as money is a shelter, but the advantage of __________ is this: wisdom preserves those who have it.”
What are shelter and knowledge (Ecclesiastes 7:12)?
This New Testament epistle encourages believers to seek wisdom from God and warns that “the double-minded man is unstable in all his ways.”
What is James?
She was a young woman of great faith and courage who saved her people by speaking to the king.
Who is Esther? (Esther 4:13-16)
This New Testament apostle warned that “the wisdom of this world is folly with God” and penned letters on true wisdom in Christ. (1 Corinthians 1:18–31)
WHO is Paul?
For the Lord gives __________; from his mouth come __________ and __________.”
What are wisdom, knowledge, and understanding (Proverbs 2:6)?
This Old Testament book contains a collection of songs, prayers, and wise sayings, many attributed to King David.
What is Psalms?
As a youth, he was known for his understanding and wisdom, asking many questions when he stayed behind in the temple.
Who is Jesus? (Luke 2:41-52)