Ecclesiastes 10:10

New Century Version

A dull ax means harder work. Being wise will make it easier.

Cross References

1 Kings 3:9

I ask that you give me a heart that understands, so I can rule the people in the right way and will know the difference between right and wrong. Otherwise, it is impossible to rule this great people of yours.”

1 Chronicles 12:32

There were two hundred leaders from Issachar. They knew what Israel should do, and they knew the right time to do it. Their relatives were with them and under their command.

Ecclesiastes 10:11

If a snake bites the tamer before it is tamed, what good is the tamer?

Ecclesiastes 10:15

Work wears fools out; they don’t even know how to get home.

Ecclesiastes 10:9

anyone who moves boulders might be hurt by them; and anyone who cuts logs might be harmed by them.

Ecclesiastes 2:13

I saw that being wise is certainly better than being foolish, just as light is better than darkness.

Ecclesiastes 9:18

Wisdom is better than weapons of war, but one sinner can destroy much good.

Matthew 10:16

“Listen, I am sending you out like sheep among wolves. So be as clever as snakes and as innocent as doves.

Romans 16:19

All the believers have heard that you obey, so I am very happy because of you. But I want you to be wise in what is good and innocent in what is evil.

1 Corinthians 14:20

Brothers and sisters, do not think like children. In evil things be like babies, but in your thinking you should be like adults.

Deuteronomy 32:41

I will sharpen my flashing sword, and I will take it in my hand to judge. I will punish my enemies and pay back those who hate me.

Colossians 4:5

Be wise in the way you act with people who are not believers, making the most of every opportunity.

James 1:5

But if any of you needs wisdom, you should ask God for it. He is generous to everyone and will give you wisdom without criticizing you.