Wisdom Defined…
Today, wisdom sits
like a monument of old behind the ropes and watchful eyes of those who do not
understand her. Daily people walk by and admire her lines and the beauty of her
craftsman’s touch. They marvel at the detail and forever talk but fail to
comprehend. They stare, admire and even gaze but eventually grow bored. As they
leave to satisfy their own selfish desire, wisdom still speaks to all who will
stop and listen…
In antiquity wisdom was the defining measure that separated
the thinker from the fool and the leader from the follower. Though seldom rich
wisdoms teacher possessed a priceless insight: For their truths taught men
principle over possession. While fools looked to claim castles and titles the
students of wisdom possessed valor, morals, bravery, justice and truth. In a world
where “might made right” the wise are
oft remembered and their words revered while the fool is mocked for their folly
and failure.
Then there are others who are wise in delicate works of
arts, histories and craft but still they lack a depth that allows them to
discover the wells from where wisdom is born. Forever they build, create and
speak great prose but get lost in their own words and deeds forever missing the
deeper truth.
Today, wisdom is void, replaced and renamed by something
altogether more sinister than foolishness. In today’s world of technology and
pride wisdom has been replaced by greed of self and arrogance of creation. No
longer the words of the wise even breech the walls of these men’s
understanding. They have long ago passed her by for the works of their own
hands. For some they claim they have collected her and keep her safe within
their homes. But they ignore her and as she gently weeps.
Alas, all seems lost in an age where wisdom is ignored…
But what of those who hear and comprehend wisdoms call? What
of those who are no longer intrigued by greed or self and technologies great
claim? In them the craftsman’s lines reveal a secret truth that is discovered
deep with wisdom’s own story.
Speaking with a soft boldness and inner strength wisdom
invites the hungry soul to dwell with the craftsman. Then, the new student of
wisdom becomes a new work of within His hands. With each journey, trial and
victory another line is carved into the “work” of His hands. Molded and formed
they who listen allow themselves to heed wisdom’s call and become the newest
fashioned work of wisdom. Her title: To love truth and justice, to
walk humbly and virtuous before God, and to love THE TRUTH with all their
heart, mind and soul.
Glimpses of wisdom are seen everywhere but only understood
in one place, the words of the craftsman’s greatest work, The Bible. And so, those who do more than just read
but desire to understand allow the grace of His Holy Spirit to open their mind
and soul to wisdoms call. Above all within the pages of the Bible wisdom is
read. For those who embark on this noble quest they will discover their lives
are interwoven within the pages of this Sacred Script.
The woman who heeds wisdom’s call is to be envied above all.
It is not her wealth, beauty or youth that makes her wise but the words she
speaks and life she lives. In her actions and silence she speaks more words
than will ever be recorded. And in her tears and prayers are volumes born from
deep truth.
Yes, youth eternal but never more than wisdom…
Yes, wealth is powerful but never more than wisdom…
Yes, beauty is captivating but never more than wisdom…
If one has been blessed with youth, wealth and beauty but is
a fool then they are poor. But if one is blessed with His wisdom they are
forever rich!
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