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I know where to discover knowledge and discernment.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/proverbs/8.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />“I, wisdom, dwell with prudence, and I find knowledge and discretion.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/proverbs/8.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />I, wisdom, dwell together with prudence, and I find knowledge and discretion.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/proverbs/8.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />I wisdom dwell with prudence, and find out knowledge of witty inventions.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/proverbs/8.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />“I, wisdom, dwell with prudence, And find out knowledge <i>and</i> discretion.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/proverbs/8.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />“I, wisdom, dwell with prudence, And I find knowledge <i>and</i> discretion.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/proverbs/8.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />&#8220I, wisdom, dwell with prudence, And I find knowledge and discretion.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/proverbs/8.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />“I, wisdom, dwell with prudence, And I find knowledge <i>and</i> discretion.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/proverbs/8.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />“I, wisdom, dwell with prudence, And I find knowledge <i>and</i> discretion.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/proverbs/8.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />“I, [godly] wisdom, reside with prudence [good judgment, moral courage and astute common sense], And I find knowledge and discretion.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/proverbs/8.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />I, wisdom, share a home with shrewdness and have knowledge and discretion.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/proverbs/8.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />I, Wisdom, share a home with shrewdness and have knowledge and discretion. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/proverbs/8.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />I wisdom have made prudence my dwelling, And find out knowledge and discretion.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/proverbs/8.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />I am Wisdom--Common Sense is my closest friend; I possess knowledge and sound judgment. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/proverbs/8.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />I wisdom have made subtilty my dwelling, and find out knowledge and discretion.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/proverbs/8.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />"I, Wisdom, live with insight, and I acquire knowledge and foresight.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/proverbs/8.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />I am Wisdom, and I have insight; I have knowledge and sound judgment. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/proverbs/8.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />"I, wisdom, am related to prudence. I know how to be discreet.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/proverbs/8.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />I, wisdom, dwell together with prudence, and I find knowledge and discretion.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/proverbs/8.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />"I, wisdom, live with prudence, and I find knowledge and discretion. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/proverbs/8.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />"I, wisdom, have made prudence my dwelling. Find out knowledge and discretion.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/proverbs/8.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />I wisdom dwell with prudence, and find out knowledge of ingenious inventions.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/proverbs/8.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />“I, wisdom, have made prudence my dwelling. Find out knowledge and discretion. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/proverbs/8.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />I, wisdom, have dwelt with prudence, "" And I find out a knowledge of purposes.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/proverbs/8.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> I, wisdom, have dwelt with prudence, And a knowledge of devices I find out.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/proverbs/8.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />I wisdom dwelt with prudence, and I shall find the knowledge of machinations.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/proverbs/8.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />I wisdom dwell in counsel, and am present in learned thoughts. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/proverbs/8.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />I, wisdom, dwell in counsel, and I am inside learned thoughts.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/proverbs/8.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />I, Wisdom, dwell with prudence, and useful knowledge I have. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/proverbs/8.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />I, wisdom, live with prudence, and I attain knowledge and discretion.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/proverbs/8.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />I wisdom have created prudence, and I posses knowledge and reason.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/proverbs/8.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />I, Wisdom, have created cunning and I own knowledge and reason.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/proverbs/8.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />I wisdom dwell with prudence, And find out knowledge of devices.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/proverbs/8.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />I wisdom have dwelt <i>with</i> counsel and knowledge, and I have called upon understanding.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/proverbs/8-12.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/kpUA5ZltBeQ?start=1367" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/proverbs/8.htm">The Excellence of Wisdom</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">11</span>For wisdom is more precious than rubies, and nothing you desire compares with her. <span class="reftext">12</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/589.htm" title="589: ’ănî- (Pro-1cs) -- I. Contracted from 'anokiy; I.">I,</a> <a href="/hebrew/2451.htm" title="2451: ḥāḵ·māh (N-fs) -- Wisdom. From chakam; wisdom.">wisdom,</a> <a href="/hebrew/7931.htm" title="7931: šā·ḵan·tî (V-Qal-Perf-1cs) -- A primitive root (by transmission) to shakab through the idea of lodging; compare cikluwth, shakam); to reside or permanently stay.">dwell together</a> <a href="/hebrew/6195.htm" title="6195: ‘ā·rə·māh (N-fs) -- Craftiness, prudence. Feminine of orem; trickery; or discretion.">with prudence,</a> <a href="/hebrew/4672.htm" title="4672: ’em·ṣā (V-Qal-Imperf-1cs) -- To attain to, find. ">and I find</a> <a href="/hebrew/1847.htm" title="1847: wə·ḏa·‘aṯ (Conj-w:: N-fsc) -- Knowledge. From yada'; knowledge.">knowledge</a> <a href="/hebrew/4209.htm" title="4209: mə·zim·mō·wṯ (N-fp) -- Purpose, discretion, device. From zamam; a plan, usually evil, sometimes good.">and discretion.</a> </span><span class="reftext">13</span>To fear the LORD is to hate evil; I hate arrogant pride, evil conduct, and perverse speech.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/james/1-5.htm">James 1:5</a></span><br />Now if any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/colossians/2-3.htm">Colossians 2:3</a></span><br />in whom are hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_corinthians/1-24.htm">1 Corinthians 1:24</a></span><br />but to those who are called, both Jews and Greeks, Christ the power of God and the wisdom of God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/11-2.htm">Isaiah 11:2</a></span><br />The Spirit of the LORD will rest on Him—the Spirit of wisdom and understanding, the Spirit of counsel and strength, the Spirit of knowledge and fear of the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/job/28-28.htm">Job 28:28</a></span><br />And He said to man, ‘Behold, the fear of the Lord, that is wisdom, and to turn away from evil is understanding.’”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ephesians/1-17.htm">Ephesians 1:17</a></span><br />that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the glorious Father, may give you a spirit of wisdom and revelation in your knowledge of Him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/daniel/2-21.htm">Daniel 2:21</a></span><br />He changes the times and seasons; He removes kings and establishes them. He gives wisdom to the wise and knowledge to the discerning.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/3-12.htm">1 Kings 3:12</a></span><br />behold, I will do what you have asked. I will give you a wise and discerning heart, so that there will never have been another like you, nor will there ever be.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ecclesiastes/7-12.htm">Ecclesiastes 7:12</a></span><br />For wisdom, like money, is a shelter, and the advantage of knowledge is that wisdom preserves the life of its owner.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/11-33.htm">Romans 11:33</a></span><br />O, the depth of the riches of the wisdom and knowledge of God! How unsearchable are His judgments, and untraceable His ways!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_timothy/3-15.htm">2 Timothy 3:15</a></span><br />From infancy you have known the Holy Scriptures, which are able to make you wise for salvation through faith in Christ Jesus.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/111-10.htm">Psalm 111:10</a></span><br />The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom; all who follow His precepts gain rich understanding. His praise endures forever!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_corinthians/2-6.htm">1 Corinthians 2:6-7</a></span><br />Among the mature, however, we speak a message of wisdom—but not the wisdom of this age or of the rulers of this age, who are coming to nothing. / No, we speak of the mysterious and hidden wisdom of God, which He destined for our glory before time began.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/33-6.htm">Isaiah 33:6</a></span><br />He will be the sure foundation for your times, a storehouse of salvation, wisdom, and knowledge. The fear of the LORD is Zion’s treasure.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/21-15.htm">Luke 21:15</a></span><br />For I will give you speech and wisdom that none of your adversaries will be able to resist or contradict.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">I wisdom dwell with prudence, and find out knowledge of witty inventions.</p><p class="hdg">wisdom</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/104-24.htm">Psalm 104:24</a></b></br> O LORD, how manifold are thy works! in wisdom hast thou made them all: the earth is full of thy riches.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/isaiah/55-8.htm">Isaiah 55:8,9</a></b></br> For my thoughts <i>are</i> not your thoughts, neither <i>are</i> your ways my ways, saith the LORD… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/romans/11-33.htm">Romans 11:33</a></b></br> O the depth of the riches both of the wisdom and knowledge of God! how unsearchable <i>are</i> his judgments, and his ways past finding out!</p><p class="hdg">prudence</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/exodus/31-3.htm">Exodus 31:3-6</a></b></br> And I have filled him with the spirit of God, in wisdom, and in understanding, and in knowledge, and in all manner of workmanship, … </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/exodus/35-30.htm">Exodus 35:30-35</a></b></br> And Moses said unto the children of Israel, See, the LORD hath called by name Bezaleel the son of Uri, the son of Hur, of the tribe of Judah; … </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/exodus/36-1.htm">Exodus 36:1-4</a></b></br> Then wrought Bezaleel and Aholiab, and every wise hearted man, in whom the LORD put wisdom and understanding to know how to work all manner of work for the service of the sanctuary, according to all that the LORD had commanded… </p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/proverbs/4-26.htm">Behaviour</a> <a href="/proverbs/1-31.htm">Devices</a> <a href="/proverbs/5-2.htm">Discretion</a> <a href="/proverbs/2-21.htm">Dwell</a> <a href="/proverbs/3-33.htm">Dwelling</a> <a href="/psalms/120-6.htm">Dwelt</a> <a href="/proverbs/8-9.htm">Find</a> <a href="/proverbs/7-4.htm">Friend</a> <a href="/1_kings/7-14.htm">Ingenious</a> <a href="/psalms/106-39.htm">Inventions</a> <a href="/psalms/105-44.htm">Possess</a> <a href="/proverbs/8-5.htm">Prudence</a> <a href="/proverbs/6-18.htm">Purposes</a> <a href="/proverbs/5-2.htm">Reflection</a> <a href="/job/22-21.htm">Relation</a> <a href="/proverbs/7-4.htm">Special</a> <a href="/psalms/148-12.htm">Together</a> <a href="/proverbs/8-11.htm">Wisdom</a> <a href="/proverbs/6-6.htm">Wise</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/proverbs/11-22.htm">Behaviour</a> <a href="/proverbs/12-2.htm">Devices</a> <a href="/proverbs/11-22.htm">Discretion</a> <a href="/proverbs/10-30.htm">Dwell</a> <a href="/proverbs/21-20.htm">Dwelling</a> <a href="/isaiah/9-2.htm">Dwelt</a> <a href="/proverbs/8-17.htm">Find</a> <a href="/proverbs/11-9.htm">Friend</a> <a href="/1_kings/7-14.htm">Ingenious</a> <a href="/proverbs/10-23.htm">Inventions</a> <a href="/isaiah/11-14.htm">Possess</a> <a href="/proverbs/15-5.htm">Prudence</a> <a href="/proverbs/12-5.htm">Purposes</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/13-12.htm">Reflection</a> <a href="/jeremiah/32-7.htm">Relation</a> <a href="/proverbs/19-6.htm">Special</a> <a href="/proverbs/10-5.htm">Together</a> <a href="/proverbs/8-14.htm">Wisdom</a> <a href="/proverbs/8-14.htm">Wise</a><div class="vheading2">Proverbs 8</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/8-1.htm">the fame</a></span><br><span class="reftext">6. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/8-6.htm">and evidence of wisdom</a></span><br><span class="reftext">10. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/8-10.htm">The excellence</a></span><br><span class="reftext">12. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/8-12.htm">the nature</a></span><br><span class="reftext">15. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/8-15.htm">the power</a></span><br><span class="reftext">18. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/8-18.htm">the riches</a></span><br><span class="reftext">22. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/8-22.htm">and the eternity of wisdom</a></span><br><span class="reftext">32. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/8-32.htm">Wisdom is to be desired for the blessedness it brings</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; 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Wisdom is portrayed as a divine attribute, reflecting God's character and His creative order. This personification can be seen as a type of Christ, who is described as the "wisdom of God" in <a href="/1_corinthians/1-24.htm">1 Corinthians 1:24</a>. Wisdom is not merely intellectual knowledge but a moral and spiritual quality that aligns with God's will.<p><b>dwell together with prudence,</b><br>Prudence refers to the ability to govern and discipline oneself through the use of reason. In the ancient Near Eastern context, prudence was highly valued as a practical application of wisdom. The phrase suggests a harmonious relationship between wisdom and prudence, indicating that true wisdom is always accompanied by careful and thoughtful decision-making. This connection is echoed in <a href="/proverbs/14-8.htm">Proverbs 14:8</a>, where the wisdom of the prudent is highlighted.<p><b>and I find knowledge and discretion.</b><br>Knowledge in this context is more than just information; it is an understanding that comes from a relationship with God. Discretion involves the ability to make sound judgments and to act appropriately in various situations. The combination of knowledge and discretion is essential for living a life that pleases God. This is further supported by <a href="/proverbs/2-10.htm">Proverbs 2:10-11</a>, which speaks of wisdom entering the heart and knowledge being pleasant to the soul, with discretion preserving and understanding guarding the individual.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/w/wisdom.htm">Wisdom</a></b><br>Personified as a woman in Proverbs, wisdom is portrayed as a divine attribute that guides and instructs. In this verse, wisdom speaks in the first person, emphasizing her active role in the lives of those who seek her.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/p/prudence.htm">Prudence</a></b><br>This is the ability to govern and discipline oneself through the use of reason. In the context of Proverbs, prudence is closely associated with wisdom and is necessary for making sound decisions.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/k/knowledge.htm">Knowledge</a></b><br>Represents an understanding or awareness of facts, truths, or principles. In biblical terms, knowledge is often linked with a deep, intimate understanding of God and His ways.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/d/discretion.htm">Discretion</a></b><br>The quality of behaving or speaking in such a way as to avoid causing offense or revealing private information. It involves careful judgment and the ability to make wise choices.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_companionship_of_wisdom_and_prudence.htm">The Companionship of Wisdom and Prudence</a></b><br>Wisdom does not operate in isolation; it is accompanied by prudence. As believers, we should seek to cultivate both attributes in our lives, ensuring that our decisions are both wise and prudent.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_pursuit_of_knowledge_and_discretion.htm">The Pursuit of Knowledge and Discretion</a></b><br>True wisdom involves the pursuit of knowledge and the application of discretion. We should strive to grow in our understanding of God's Word and apply it with discernment in our daily lives.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_source_of_wisdom.htm">The Source of Wisdom</a></b><br>Wisdom is a divine gift that comes from God. We should continually seek God in prayer, asking for His wisdom to guide our thoughts, words, and actions.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_practicality_of_wisdom.htm">The Practicality of Wisdom</a></b><br>Wisdom is not merely theoretical; it is intensely practical. It affects how we live, make decisions, and interact with others. We should aim to embody wisdom in every aspect of our lives.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_proverbs_8.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Proverbs 8</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_defines_common_sense.htm">What defines common sense?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/does_proverbs_8's_wisdom_align_with_john_1.htm">Throughout Proverbs 8, wisdom is personified. Does this depiction align or conflict with other biblical references to God's attributes (e.g., John 1:1-3)?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_is_wisdom_eternal_like_god.htm">Proverbs 8:22-23: How can wisdom be 'brought forth' before creation, if God alone is eternal and uncreated?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_defines_a_living_will.htm">What defines a living will?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/proverbs/8.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(12) <span class= "bld">Dwell with prudence.--</span>(<span class= "ital">'ormah</span>)<span class= "ital">, </span>literally, <span class= "ital">inhabit </span>it, have settled down and taken up my abode with it, am at home there.<p><span class= "bld">Witty inventions.</span>--Literally, <span class= "ital">well thought out plans </span>(<span class= "ital">mezimmoth</span>) translated "discretion" (<a href="/proverbs/1-4.htm" title="To give subtlety to the simple, to the young man knowledge and discretion.">Proverbs 1:4</a>).<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/proverbs/8.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 12-21.</span> - Wisdom tells of her own excellence. <span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 12.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">I wisdom dwell with prudence;</span> rather, as in the Revised Version, <span class="accented">I have made subtilty</span> (ver. 5) <span class="accented">my dwelling.</span> Wisdom inhabits prudence, animates and possesses that cleverness and tact which is needed for the practical purposes of life. So the Lord is said to "inhabit eternity" (<a href="/isaiah/57-15.htm">Isaiah 57:15</a>). Septuagint, "I wisdom dwelt (<span class="greek">κατεσκήνωσα</span>) in counsel and knowledge," which recalls, "The Word was made flesh, and dwelt (<span class="greek">ἐσκήνωσεν</span>) among us" (<a href="/john/1-14.htm">John 1:14</a>). In <a href="/1_timothy/6-16.htm">1 Timothy 6:16</a> we find the expression, "Who alone hath (<span class="greek">μόνος ἔχων</span>) immortality," exchanged with the phrase, "Who dwelleth (<span class="greek">οἰκῶν</span>) in the unapproachable light." <span class="cmt_word">And find out knowledge of witty inventions</span>. This rendering refers to the production and solution of dark sayings which Wisdom effects. But the expression is better rendered, "knowledge of deeds of discretion" (ch. 1:4), or "of right counsels," and it signifies that Wisdom presides over all well considered designs, that they are not beyond her sphere, and that she has and uses the knowledge of them. Septuagint, "I (<span class="greek">ἐγὼ</span>) called upon understanding," <span class="accented">i.e.</span> it is I who inspire all good and righteous thought. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/proverbs/8-12.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">I,</span><br /><span class="heb">אֲ‍ֽנִי־</span> <span class="translit">(’ănî-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Pronoun - first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_589.htm">Strong's 589: </a> </span><span class="str2">I</span><br /><br /><span class="word">wisdom,</span><br /><span class="heb">חָ֭כְמָה</span> <span class="translit">(ḥāḵ·māh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2451.htm">Strong's 2451: </a> </span><span class="str2">Wisdom</span><br /><br /><span class="word">dwell together</span><br /><span class="heb">שָׁכַ֣נְתִּי</span> <span class="translit">(šā·ḵan·tî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Perfect - first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7931.htm">Strong's 7931: </a> </span><span class="str2">To settle down, abide, dwell</span><br /><br /><span class="word">with prudence,</span><br /><span class="heb">עָרְמָ֑ה</span> <span class="translit">(‘ā·rə·māh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6195.htm">Strong's 6195: </a> </span><span class="str2">Trickery, discretion</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and I find</span><br /><span class="heb">אֶמְצָֽא׃</span> <span class="translit">(’em·ṣā)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Imperfect - first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4672.htm">Strong's 4672: </a> </span><span class="str2">To come forth to, appear, exist, to attain, find, acquire, to occur, meet, be present</span><br /><br /><span class="word">knowledge</span><br /><span class="heb">וְדַ֖עַת</span> <span class="translit">(wə·ḏa·‘aṯ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1847.htm">Strong's 1847: </a> </span><span class="str2">Knowledge</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and discretion.</span><br /><span class="heb">מְזִמּ֣וֹת</span> <span class="translit">(mə·zim·mō·wṯ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4209.htm">Strong's 4209: </a> </span><span class="str2">A plan, evil, sometimes good</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/proverbs/8-12.htm">Proverbs 8:12 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/proverbs/8-12.htm">Proverbs 8:12 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/proverbs/8-12.htm">Proverbs 8:12 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/proverbs/8-12.htm">Proverbs 8:12 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/proverbs/8-12.htm">Proverbs 8:12 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/proverbs/8-12.htm">Proverbs 8:12 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/proverbs/8-12.htm">Proverbs 8:12 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/proverbs/8-12.htm">Proverbs 8:12 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/proverbs/8-12.htm">Proverbs 8:12 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/proverbs/8-12.htm">Proverbs 8:12 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/proverbs/8-12.htm">OT Poetry: Proverbs 8:12 I wisdom have made prudence my dwelling (Prov. 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