Chokmah is a feminine noun, often personified in the Hebrew Bible, suggesting an active, dynamic quality.
Cultural context
In ancient Near Eastern cultures, wisdom was highly valued and often associated with skill in living, moral insight, and understanding of the divine order.
Theological significance
The chapter emphasizes that true wisdom is hidden and cannot be found through human effort or wealth, but is ultimately known only to God. This aligns with the biblical theme that the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom (Proverbs 9:10).