Wisdom from Life by Lightnin' Charlie

My son this world is wicked – life is so unfair
The thing that I want most for you – to save you from the snare
If only one gift I could give you – to serve you your whole life
Protect you and preserve you – and see you through all strife
Dear Lord let it be – the gift of wisdom . . . woh wisdom

Wisdom findeth wisdom – understanding finds but few
His Word delivers wisdom – like the clouds drop down their dew
Can a man lay down in a fire – and his clothes not be burned?
Don't lend your ear to the liar – learn the lessons I have learned
Please don't turn away – from a father's wisdom . . . woh wisdom

All you can desire cannot be compared to her
She’s more precious and priceless than rubies
Frankincense and myrrh
So don't inherit the wind – inherit wisdom . . . woh wisdom

Always walk in the way – the way is wisdom...wisdom

Because your father loves you – and you're the apple of his eye
I pray, my son, you'll seek her – like an eagle seeks the sky
Happy is he who finds her – for all his paths are peace
Flee from fools who'll make you blinder – won't you do this son for me
Write these words on your heart – her name is wisdom . . . woh wisdom

Your father loves you, and he's so proud of you
Woh wisdom, Mmm wisdom

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