The Bible’s Seven Pillars of Wisdom

Description

The seven pillars of wisdom in Proverbs 9:1–6 deal with preparing a meal.

Seven Pillars of Wisdom

• 1. Wisdom has selected a life to be slain.
• 2. She has chosen the wine.
• 3. Wisdom’s table has been furnished.
• 4. Her servants announce from the highest places of the city: “Whoever is simple, let him turn in here!”
• 5. Her servants invite others to attend, including, “Him who lacks understanding.”
• 6. She commands: “Come, eat of my bread and drink of the wine I have mixed.”
• 7. Wisdom’s finale is: “Forsake foolishness and live, and go in the way of understanding.”

These seven pillars have a vivid similarity to the Bible’s first account of Creation and the seven festivals of the Lord (the Jewish people’s seven annual festivals.

About the Author

David Hamshire has worked as a military aircraft technician, financial services specialist, and later as a representative for two Christian charities. David and his wife Janet have been married for fifty years and have two daughters, Deborah and Elisabeth, and five grandchildren.