Wisdom calls out to be heard, to be paid attention to. The problem is not that wisdom is hidden, but that men ignore her call and prefer the way of folly. The same is true of Christ. He has not hidden Himself, but has made Himself visible to all nations. Christ calls us to follow Him, to learn from Him.
There is a close relationship between Jesus and Wisdom, which is personified here. Jesus speaks truth and justice, all that He says is trustworthy. Following Jesus is more fruitful than following silver and gold.
Wisdom dwells with prudence, knowledge and discretion. We know this to be true. If we fear the Lord we will utterly reject all evil.
Wisdom has sound judgement, insight and power. Good rulers use wisdom with which to rule. This brings honour and prosperity. Justice is the hallmark of wisdom.
Wisdom is seen in some ways as created, so we should be wary of drawing too close a parallel with Jesus, though it is not absolutely clear that wisdom is created in the normal way. Wisdom came about before the physical elements of creation. The whole universe was created with wisdom.
Wisdom underlies the whole of creation and do well to pay heed to wisdom, otherwise we only do ourselves harm.
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