what does the Bible say about knowledge, and the importance of acquiring it?
Space prohibits our listing more than a fraction of them, but here are a few verses from the New King James and NIV to consider: Psalm 119:66 Teach me good judgment and knowledge, I believe Your commandments. Proverbs 1:7 The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge, But fools despise wisdom and instruction. Proverbs 1:22 How long, you simple ones, will you love simplicity? For scorners delight in their scorning, And fools hate knowledge. Proverbs 2:3-6 (3) Yes, if you cry out for discernment, And lift up your voice for understanding, (4) If you seek her as silver, And search for her as for hidden treasures; (5) Then you will understand the fear of the LORD, And find the knowledge of God. (6) For the LORD gives wisdom; From His mouth come knowledge and understanding; Proverbs 8:10 Receive my instruction, and not silver, And knowledge rather than choice gold; Proverbs 24:5 A wise man is strong, Yes, a man of knowledge increases strength; Luke 11:52 Woe to you lawyers! For you have
