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Wisdom

Old Testament19 Chapters

Wisdom Books

About This Book

A meditation on wisdom personified as a woman, contrasting the fate of the righteous with the wicked, and God's care for His people through history.

Quick Overview

Wisdom is pictured as a beautiful woman calling people to follow her. Shows how God's wisdom guided Israel and judges false gods.

Author

Unknown (attributed to Solomon)

Historical Period

Written for Jews in Alexandria

Key Themes

WisdomImmortalityJusticeProvidenceIdolatry

Key Figures

Solomon (as narrator) • Lady Wisdom