Which verse states that Wisdom is the principal thing; therefore get wisdom: and with all thy getting get understanding?

• A. Proverbs 3:5
• B. Proverbs 4:7
• C. 1 John 5:3
• D. 1 Corinthians 11:3

Answer: (B)

Wisdom as the top priority is what this verse is teaching. It declares that wisdom is the principal thing, and it commands you to pursue it—“get wisdom.” It also ties understanding to every other pursuit: “with all thy getting, get understanding.” That pairing shows wisdom and understanding aren’t separate goals but two essential ways of guiding every choice and action.

This idea sits in the wisdom literature of Proverbs, where the guidance is to seek discernment and right living above all else. The phrase emphasizes acting with wisdom as the main aim, and then cultivating understanding alongside all you acquire.

The other options revolve around trusting God rather than leaning on one’s own understanding, or addressing obedience to God’s commandments, or matters of authority—all worthy topics, but they do not set wisdom as the primary objective in the way this verse does.