Job 28:12 - Ellicott's Commentary On The Whole Bible

Bible Comments

But where shall wisdom be found? — With magnificent effect comes in this question, after the gigantic achievements of man just recounted; notwithstanding his industry, science, and skill, he is altogether ignorant of true wisdom. Neither his knowledge nor his wealth can make him master of that; nor can he find it where he discovers so many other secret and precious things.

Job 28:12

12 But where shall wisdom be found? and where is the place of understanding?