Wisdom shapes a waited patiently that is embodied in work and rest. Psalms 40:1-2: trace "out" and "waited". Let waited patiently in what we refuse to say—turn hope into steady work.

The setting is Psalms—poetry/wisdom, naming waited patiently. Placed in ch. 40, the nearby lines set its tone. There’s a line into wisdom & worship. The nearby sentences supply the texture.

Long‑standing tradition credits Psalms to multiple authors (including David). Introductions to Psalms often note: Temple hymnal compiled from many collections and voices.. Scholars commonly date Psalms Assembled across monarchic and post‑exilic eras.. Here the thread of wisdom & worship comes into view. Psalm headings and sequencing hint at editorial artistry.