Show me someone who does a good job, and I will show you someone who is better than most and worthy of the company of kings.

He has unusual ability and is wise and skillful in interpreting dreams, solving riddles, and explaining mysteries; so send for this man Daniel, whom the king named Belteshazzar, and he will tell you what all this means."

I have heard that the spirit of the holy gods is in you and that you are skillful and have knowledge and wisdom.

When you began to plead with God, he answered you. He loves you, and so I have come to tell you the answer. Now pay attention while I explain the vision.

and he said to them, "We will never find a better man than Joseph, a man who has God's spirit in him."

I will put you in charge of my country, and all my people will obey your orders. Your authority will be second only to mine.

I put two men in charge of governing the city of Jerusalem: my brother Hanani and Hananiah, commanding officer of the fortress. Hananiah was a reliable and God-fearing man without equal.

Never let go of loyalty and faithfulness. Tie them around your neck; write them on your heart.

If you do this, both God and people will be pleased with you.

Those who are sure of themselves do not talk all the time. People who stay calm have real insight.

Oh, I know, "Wisdom is better than foolishness, just as light is better than darkness.