“"In the treasures of wisdom is understanding." This is to say that the hidden treasures of knowledge either consist in the knowledge of the highest causes, or of conclusions, or of principles. And one must dig through the study of truth so that a person may arrive at this treasure. This understanding, which is the gat…”
Bonaventure, 13th c. — Collationes de Septem Donis, Collation 8
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25The parables of knowledge are in the treasures of wisdom: but godliness is an abomination to a sinner.
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23A patient man will tear for a time, and afterward joy shall spring up unto him.
24He will hide his words for a time, and the lips of many shall declare his wisdom.
— Sirach 1:25 —
26If thou desire wisdom, keep the commandments, and the Lord shall give her unto thee.
27For the fear of the Lord is wisdom and instruction: and faith and meekness are his delight.