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wise

Meaning of “wise”

Sense 1: Possessing or exercising understanding, knowledge, prudence, judgment, discernment, or skill; also a wise person. Sense 2: In phrases such as in no wise, way, manner, respect, or degree.

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247 occurrences237 verses39 booksKJV PCE

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First occurrence: Genesis 3:6

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Showing verses 61–62 of 62 · 66 word occurrences in this result

Proverbs 30:24
There be four things which are little upon the earth, but they are exceeding wise:
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1611 witness · Proverbs 30:24 · retained source text

There be foure things which are little vpon the earth; but they are exceeding wise:

1611 marginal noteHeb. wise made wise.

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