In this verse we see a direct correlation/relationship between the fear of the Lord, wisdom, and obedience to the Lord’s commandments, as one occupies himself with God’s praise. An expanded version of this verse says, “The reverent fear and worship of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom and skill (the preceding and the first essential, the prerequisite and the alphabet); a good understanding, wisdom and meaning have all those who do the will of the Lord. Their praise of Him endures forever.” Psalm 119: 38 + 130 + 165 says, “Establish Thy Word to Thy servant, as that which produces reverence for Thee. The unfolding of Thy Words gives Light; it gives understanding to the simple. Those who love Thy Law have great peace, and nothing causes them to stumble.” Proverbs 1: 7: says, “The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge; fools despise wisdom and instruction.” Proverbs 2: 6 – 12a: says, “ For the Lord gives wisdom; from His mouth come knowledge and understanding; He stores up sound wisdom for the upright; He is a Shield to those who walk with integrity, guarding the path of justice, and He preserves the way of His godly ones. Then you will discern righteousness and justice and equity and every good course. For wisdom will enter your heart, and knowledge will be pleasant to your soul; Discretion will guard you, understanding will watch over you, to deliver you from the way of evil.” We are given further insight in Proverbs 9: 10: +…
