Wisdom Of God
TextsWhat is the meaning of Wisdom Of God in the Bible?
Luke 11:49 presents a speech attributed to divine wisdom, characterized by scholarly consensus as a later Christian interpolation or a citation of a lost Jewish wisdom tradition rather than a direct utterance of the historical Jesus.
TEXTUAL SIGNIFICANCE
Recognizing this passage as a liturgical or editorial addition clarifies the development of early Christian theology and distinguishes between the teachings of Jesus and the interpretive traditions of the early church.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Manuscript & Literary Context: Notice how Wisdom Of God functions as an authoritative historical witness connecting earlier prophetic promises with scripture's broader fulfillment.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Wisdom Of God in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Wisdom Of God clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Luke 11:49
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Source Attribution
Built upon the 1915 International Standard Bible Encyclopedia and Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897). Entries have been modernized, checked for academic truthfulness, and shortened for clarity.
How to Cite This Entry
"Wisdom Of God." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/wisdom-of-god/