Verses 1-5

• How does wisdom make itself known?
• Where does wisdom make itself known?
• Would someone be able to hide from wisdom?
• Who does wisdom cry out to – a select few?
• Who is singled out for understanding? What do they need in order to hear wisdom? Intellect, education?

Verses 6-11

• How does Solomon describe his teachings? Is this a normal claim of a typical teacher? Why or why not?
• What different aspects of the world do rubies, silver, and gold bring to mind?
• What is the bottom line of verse 10? How does this compare to the thinking of the world? How does this compare to us in our everyday lives?
• How does wisdom compare with rubies specifically?

Verse 12-21

• What are the characteristics of wisdom?
• Contrast the characteristics of wisdom with the fruits of fearing the Lord? Do you think that “hate” is a bit strong?
• Who benefits from wisdom?
• What are the benefits? Wealth? Power? What are “durable” riches?
• What are the fruits of wisdom?

Verses 22-31

• When did wisdom begin? Who used it? How?
• Review Genesis order of the creation of the earth in Genesis 1. How does this correlate with Solomon’s description of wisdom’s beginning?
• Also – consider John 1:1-5 for more discussion insight as to what Solomon may be describing.
• Where was wisdom and who was “he” with?
• If wisdom were given an identity – who do you think it would be?

Verses 32-36

• What must someone do in order to be blessed?
• Is it enough to hear wisdom in order to be blessed?
• What is the final benefit of wisdom as described in this chapter?
• What is the final curse of not finding wisdom?