Proverbs 18:15
An intelligent mind acquires knowledge; the wise are ready to hear knowledge.
Free Bible Version
In The King James Version
The heart of the prudent getteth knowledge; and the ear of the wise seeketh knowledge.
In Context
14With a brave spirit you can put up with sickness, but if it's crushed, you can't bear it.
16A gift opens doors for you, and gets you into the presence of important people.
Cross References
Job 8:10Won't they teach you and explain what they know?
Proverbs 1:5Wise people will listen and gain in learning, and those who have good judgment will gain skills in guidance,
Proverbs 4:7The first thing in becoming wise is to get wisdom! Whatever else you gain, gain insight.
Proverbs 10:14Wise people accumulate knowledge, but the chattering of stupid people is a prelude to disaster.
Proverbs 23:23Invest in truth—and don't sell it! Invest in wisdom, instruction, and understanding.
Luke 10:39She had a sister called Mary, who sat at the Lord's feet and listened to his teaching.
Matthew Henry on Proverbs 18:15
Miscellaneous Maxims. 14 The spirit of a man will sustain his infirmity; but a wounded spirit who can bear? Note, 1. Outward grievances are tolerable as long as the mind enjoys itself and is at ease. Many infirmities, many calamities, we are liable to in this world, in body, name, and estate, which a man may bear, and bear up under, if he have but good conduct and courage, and be able to act with reason and resolution, especially if he have a good conscience, and the testimony of that be for him; and, if the… Read the whole commentary →