Written by Débora Rodrigo de Racancoj
There is a sea animal called oyster that you may have heard of. It is a very valuable mollusk that is one of the most exquisite dishes found in high-end restaurants.
But oysters are not only recognized for their taste. Some species of oysters are also nacre producers. They polish and gloss inside their shell for long periods of time, creating precious pearls. These pearls are collected one by one and are considered authentic treasures by those who are dedicated to looking for them. A string of these pearls, are precious jewels, created and worn beautifully by those women whose pocketbooks can afford them.
I do not know how much value you would give to a necklace made of the most prestigious pearls, or how much you would like to wear some at the next special event you will attend. But the Bible, which holds the value of pearls in high esteem, speaks eloquently of another much more precious jewel. "Coral and crystal are not to be mentioned; and the acquisition of wisdom is above that of pearls" (Job 28:38). There is no gemstone in the whole world, no jewel created, which is more valuable than acquiring wisdom.
Every morning, after getting up, or every time I leave the house, I spend some time preparing myself and getting ready. Honestly, I do not usually think about wisdom at that moment. Accompany me in a new challenge; from now on, every time you get ready in the morning, when you choose one of the outfits in your wardrobe, every time you comb or put on make-up, do not forget to wear the most beautiful jewel placed at your disposal, and there, in front of the mirror of your room, pray to God for wisdom.
Let us seek it, let us ask for it... let us clothe ourselves in wisdom.
