Ecclesiastes 10:10

New King James Version

If the ax is dull, And one does not sharpen the edge, Then he must use more strength; But wisdom brings success.

Cross References

James 1:5

If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all liberally and without reproach, and it will be given to him.

Colossians 4:5

Walk in wisdom toward those who are outside, redeeming the time.

Ecclesiastes 10:15

The labor of fools wearies them, For they do not even know how to go to the city!

1 Corinthians 14:20

Brethren, do not be children in understanding; however, in malice be babes, but in understanding be mature.

1 Kings 3:9

Therefore give to Your servant an understanding heart to judge Your people, that I may discern between good and evil. For who is able to judge this great people of Yours?”

Romans 16:19

For your obedience has become known to all. Therefore I am glad on your behalf; but I want you to be wise in what is good, and simple concerning evil.

Matthew 10:16

“Behold, I send you out as sheep in the midst of wolves. Therefore be wise as serpents and harmless as doves.

1 Chronicles 12:32

of the sons of Issachar who had understanding of the times, to know what Israel ought to do, their chiefs were two hundred; and all their brethren were at their command;

Deuteronomy 32:41

If I whet My glittering sword, And My hand takes hold on judgment, I will render vengeance to My enemies, And repay those who hate Me.

Ecclesiastes 2:13

Then I saw that wisdom excels folly As light excels darkness.

Ecclesiastes 10:9

He who quarries stones may be hurt by them, And he who splits wood may be endangered by it.

Ecclesiastes 10:11

A serpent may bite when it is not charmed; The babbler is no different.

Ecclesiastes 9:18

Wisdom is better than weapons of war; But one sinner destroys much good.”