Proverbs 8:11

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For wisdom is more precious than rubies, and nothing you desire can compare with her.

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  • Job 28:15-19 : 15 It cannot be bought with gold, nor can its price be weighed in silver. 16 It cannot be valued in the gold of Ophir, in precious onyx or sapphire. 17 Neither gold nor crystal can compare to it, nor is it exchanged for jewels of fine gold. 18 Coral and jasper are not worth mentioning; the price of wisdom is above pearls. 19 The topaz of Ethiopia cannot compare to it, nor can it be valued in pure gold.
  • Ps 19:10 : 10 The fear of the LORD is pure, enduring forever; the judgments of the LORD are true, and altogether righteous.
  • Prov 3:14-15 : 14 For the profit from wisdom is better than the profit from silver, and her gain than fine gold. 15 She is more precious than jewels, and nothing you desire compares with her.
  • Prov 16:16 : 16 How much better to get wisdom than gold, to gain understanding rather than silver!
  • Prov 20:15 : 15 There is gold and an abundance of jewels, but lips of knowledge are a precious treasure.
  • Matt 16:26 : 26 For what will it profit a person to gain the whole world, yet forfeit his soul? Or what can anyone give in exchange for their soul?
  • Phil 3:8-9 : 8 Indeed, I consider everything a loss because of the surpassing worth of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord. For his sake, I have suffered the loss of all things and consider them garbage, in order that I may gain Christ, 9 and be found in him, not having a righteousness of my own that comes from the law, but that which is through faith in Christ—the righteousness that comes from God on the basis of faith.
  • Prov 4:5-7 : 5 Acquire wisdom; acquire understanding. Do not forget or turn away from the words of my mouth. 6 Do not abandon her, and she will guard you; love her, and she will protect you. 7 Wisdom is supreme—acquire wisdom. Though it costs you all you have, gain understanding.
  • Ps 119:127 : 127 Therefore, I love Your commandments more than gold, even pure gold.

Similar Verses (AI)

These verses are found using AI-powered semantic similarity based on meaning and context. Results may occasionally include unexpected connections.

  • Prov 3:13-16
    4 verses
    85%

    13Blessed is the one who finds wisdom and the one who obtains understanding.

    14For the profit from wisdom is better than the profit from silver, and her gain than fine gold.

    15She is more precious than jewels, and nothing you desire compares with her.

    16Long life is in her right hand, and in her left hand are riches and honor.

  • Prov 8:9-10
    2 verses
    82%

    9They are all plain to those who understand, and right to those who find knowledge.

    10Take my instruction instead of silver, and knowledge rather than choice gold.

  • Job 28:15-20
    6 verses
    82%

    15It cannot be bought with gold, nor can its price be weighed in silver.

    16It cannot be valued in the gold of Ophir, in precious onyx or sapphire.

    17Neither gold nor crystal can compare to it, nor is it exchanged for jewels of fine gold.

    18Coral and jasper are not worth mentioning; the price of wisdom is above pearls.

    19The topaz of Ethiopia cannot compare to it, nor can it be valued in pure gold.

    20But where does wisdom come from, and where is the place of understanding?

  • Prov 16:16
    80%

    16How much better to get wisdom than gold, to gain understanding rather than silver!

  • Prov 8:12
    79%

    12I, wisdom, dwell with prudence, and I possess knowledge and discretion.

  • Prov 4:7-8
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    79%

    7Wisdom is supreme—acquire wisdom. Though it costs you all you have, gain understanding.

    8Prize her, and she will exalt you; she will honor you when you embrace her.

  • Prov 20:15
    78%

    15There is gold and an abundance of jewels, but lips of knowledge are a precious treasure.

  • Eccl 7:11-12
    2 verses
    77%

    11Wisdom is as good as an inheritance, and it is an advantage for those who see the light of day.

    12For wisdom, like money, is a shelter, but the advantage of knowledge is this: Wisdom preserves the life of its possessor.

  • Job 28:12-13
    2 verses
    75%

    12But where can wisdom be found, and where is the place of understanding?

    13Mankind does not know its value, nor is it found in the land of the living.

  • Prov 8:18-19
    2 verses
    75%

    18Riches and honor are with me, enduring wealth and righteousness.

    19My fruit is better than fine gold, even pure gold, and my yield surpasses choice silver.

  • Prov 8:1
    74%

    1Does not wisdom call out? And does not understanding raise her voice?

  • Prov 2:4
    74%

    4if you seek it like silver and search for it as for hidden treasures,

  • Ps 19:10
    74%

    10The fear of the LORD is pure, enduring forever; the judgments of the LORD are true, and altogether righteous.

  • Eccl 7:19
    73%

    19Wisdom makes a wise person stronger than ten rulers in a city.

  • Prov 22:1
    73%

    1A good name is more desirable than great wealth; being esteemed is better than silver or gold.

  • Prov 31:10
    73%

    10A wife of noble character, who can find? She is worth far more than rubies.

  • Prov 2:10
    73%

    10For wisdom will enter your heart, and knowledge will be pleasant to your soul.

  • Prov 19:8
    73%

    8The one who acquires wisdom loves life, and the one who cherishes understanding will prosper.

  • Prov 4:5
    72%

    5Acquire wisdom; acquire understanding. Do not forget or turn away from the words of my mouth.

  • Eccl 9:16
    72%

    16So I said, 'Wisdom is better than strength.' But the wisdom of the poor man is despised, and his words are not heeded.

  • Prov 1:2-3
    2 verses
    72%

    2To know wisdom and discipline, to understand words of insight,

    3To receive instruction in wise dealing, in righteousness, justice, and equity,

  • Prov 24:14
    72%

    14In the same way, know that wisdom is sweet to your soul. If you find it, there will be a future, and your hope will not be cut off.

  • Prov 8:14
    71%

    14Counsel and wisdom belong to me; I have understanding and strength.

  • Prov 11:22
    71%

    22Like a gold ring in a pig's snout is a beautiful woman who lacks discretion.

  • Eccl 2:13
    71%

    13I saw that wisdom is better than folly, just as light is better than darkness.

  • Prov 21:20
    71%

    20Valuable treasures and oil are in the dwelling of the wise, but a foolish person swallows them up.

  • Eccl 1:16
    71%

    16I said to myself, 'Look, I have grown and increased in wisdom more than anyone who has ruled Jerusalem before me. I have experienced much wisdom and knowledge.'

  • Eccl 9:18
    71%

    18Wisdom is better than weapons of war, but one sinner destroys much good.

  • Eccl 6:9
    71%

    9Better is what the eyes see than the wandering of desire. This too is meaningless and a chasing after the wind.

  • Prov 2:6
    71%

    6For the Lord gives wisdom; from His mouth come knowledge and understanding.

  • Eccl 1:18
    71%

    18For with much wisdom comes much sorrow; the more knowledge, the more grief.

  • 2 Chr 1:11-12
    2 verses
    70%

    11God said to Solomon, "Because this was in your heart, and you have not asked for wealth, possessions, honor, the death of your enemies, or even many long years—but have asked for wisdom and knowledge to govern my people over whom I have made you king—

    12Therefore wisdom and knowledge are given to you. I will also give you wealth, possessions, and honor, such as no king before you ever had and none after you will have."