I am more discerning than those older than I, for I observe your precepts.
Is not wisdom found among the aged? Does not long life bring understanding?
And he said to mankind, ‘The fear of the Lord – that is wisdom, and to turn away from evil is understanding.’”
Now Elihu had waited before speaking to Job, because the others were older than he was.
To obey the Lord is the fundamental principle for wise living; all who carry out his precepts acquire good moral insight. He will receive praise forever.
Give me understanding so that I might observe your law, and keep it with all my heart.
“Everyone who hears these words of mine and does them is like a wise man who built his house on rock.
Who is wise and understanding among you? By his good conduct he should show his works done in the gentleness that wisdom brings.