MĄDROŚĆ JAKO PRZYMIOT STAROŚCI
Wisdom as an attribute of old age

The biblical perspective

Summary/Abstract: The article shows what inspired the authors of Scripture in the first place to attribute wisdom to God alone. This mainly concerns the creation of the world and man. It also points to human wisdom, which is God's gift, of which there is still a need to ask the Creator. King Solomon left us an example of such trusting prayer for wisdom. He did not ask God for a long life, wealth, or the destruction of his enemies, but for a heart full of common sense – in order to judge and discern good and evil. This human wisdom applies primarily to mature and older people, but that does not mean that it is reserved only for them. That wisdom manifests itself primarily in piety, observance of the precepts and fear of God. A wise man can also boast extensive knowledge and life experience, because he can share his wisdom with other people (especially the young generation), and when the need arises he can think and advise. Old men – distinguished by wisdom – enjoyed great authority and respect, and the reward for their longevity and life was a living memory for future generations.

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