Day 22 "Book of Wisdom"

           My last post, the Wisdom vs. Folly battle, depicts in the picture the temptations of folly and the call of wisdom. In the world, we can only walk down one path, one serve one master, only choose one truth. In the picture, the man is faced with two paths, the narrow, and the wide. In the narrow, Wisdom calls. She is beautiful and pure, and offers feasts of blessing. But at the entrance of destruction sits Folly, in seducing clothes and charm. Attracted by the things of the world, the man lusts after the enticements of Folly. He forgets his precious commitment, and the blessings of Wisdom, but rather believes in the attractive lies of Folly. Before he knows it, he is entangled in her vines of gradual destruction, pulling him farther and farther into darkness. He no longer sees what stumbles him, or the shadows that engulf him. He doesn’t see the traps beneath his feet, or the bloody dagger beside her. Her sweet breath intoxicates him, and her touch lulls him in. His heart is entangled in her web of lies. Wisdom cries out to him in despair, trying to warn him, reminding him of her instruction of righteousness that leads to blessings and life. She offers him protection, honor, a pure and whole heart, and life. But he no longer hears her voice, and ignores her instruction. Vines entangle him, and he hears, and sees no more.

Relate that to our lives today, how many of us conform to the whims and pleasures of the world, ignoring instruction and understanding of the wise? Which is more attractive to us? What the world offers or what God offers?

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Wisdom is an increased understanding and application of good living, and for us is through the fear of God in righteousness. Folly is disillusioned confidence in themselves and the world, and the rejection of God and good instruction. Through chapter 10-20, there are many recurring lessons or skills of wisdom, such as honor your parents, be careful with what you say, appreciate and learn from correction and rebuke, don’t be proud, always seek truth, stay away from Folly, work hard and talk less, be faithful to your wife and King, and more. It is definitely a book of wisdom to read and apply! But remember, God is the source of wisdom, seek Him and you will find Wisdom!

Though the passages seems to have more random themes running through, I find that the same scenario applies. Treasure Wisdom; it holds unlimited blessings, and is the path to life! Foolishness and Wickedness, though seemingly harmless or attractive, will always bring ruin and destruction!