Characteristics of a Wise Son

Proverbs 14:1

The wise woman builds her house, but with her own hands the foolish one tears hers down.

Departs from evil

Proverbs 14:16

A wise man fears the LORD and shuns evil, but a fool is hotheaded and reckless.

Utters knowledge rightly

Proverbs 15:2

The tongue of the wise commends knowledge, but the mouth of the fool gushes folly.

Proverbs 15:7

The lips of the wise spread knowledge; not so the hearts of fools.

Seeks knowledge

Proverbs 18:15

The heart of the discerning acquires knowledge; the ears of the wise seek it out.

Lives in soberness

Proverbs 20:1

Wine is a mocker and beer a brawler; whoever is led astray by them is not wise.

Solves problems of men

Proverbs 21:22

A wise man attacks the city of the mighty and pulls down the stronghold in which they trust.

Increases strength

Proverbs 24:5

A wise man has great power, and a man of knowledge increases strength;

Keeps the law

Proverbs 28:7

He who keeps the law is a discerning son, but a companion of gluttons disgraces his father.

Turns away from contention

Proverbs 29:8

Mockers stir up a city, but wise men turn away anger.

Controls self in strife

Proverbs 29:11

A fool gives full vent to his anger, but a wise man keeps himself under control.