The heart of the prudent getteth knowledge; and the ear of the wise seeketh knowledge.
The heart of the prudent takes in knowledge inwardly, and the ear of the wise actively seeks knowledge and obtains it. Seeking is not passive but diligent, marked by listening attentively to the word of God. It includes both seeking knowledge and receiving it when it comes as instruction and reproof. Refusing correction turns aside from the way of life.
In the pursuit of any worthy ambition, fame and distinction are gained only by labor and perseverance. The wise therefore keep pursuing learning instead of boasting about what they already know. True prudence shows itself in this continuing, humble search for greater understanding.
The heart of the prudent takes in knowledge inwardly, and the ear of the wise actively seeks knowledge and obtains it. Seeking is not passive but diligent, marked by listening attentively to the word of God. It includes both seeking knowledge and receiving it when it comes as instruction and reproof. Refusing correction turns aside from the way of life.
In the pursuit of any worthy ambition, fame and distinction are gained only by labor and perseverance. The wise therefore keep pursuing learning instead of boasting about what they already know. True prudence shows itself in this continuing, humble search for greater understanding.