Psalms 111:10
The fear of Yahweh is the beginning of wisdom. All those who do his work have a good understanding. His praise endures forever!
Interpretation
Wisdom shapes a good understanding that is traced in daily practice. Psalms 111:10: notice "fear" and "yahweh". Entrust good understanding in hospitality and listening—make holiness concrete. Through wisdom & worship, Poetry and wisdom teach reverent, honest life before God—through praise, lament, and reflection.
Context
The setting is Psalms—poetry/wisdom, highlighting good understanding. Within ch. 111, a small unit frames the emphasis. It edges toward wisdom & worship. Watch the terms “fear” and “yahweh”.
Manuscripts & Textual Witnesses
The Hebrew text is preserved in the Masoretic tradition with remarkable accuracy. The the Dead Sea Scrolls (found 1947-1956) confirm the Hebrew text's reliability, showing minimal variation over 1000+ years of transmission.