For to one is given through the Spirit the word of wisdom, and to another the word of knowledge according to the same Spirit,
ExplanationCommentary
Verse 8, and so forth Word of wisdom, which differs from that of knowledge, inasmuch as wisdom is a more eminent and sublime knowledge. These are numbered among the gifts of the Holy Ghost. Isaias, chapter 11.—To another faith, by which, says Saint John Chrysostom, [1] is not here meant a belief of revealed truths, but an humble confidence of working miracles, grounded on faith, and on the power and goodness of God.—The same Spirit worketh, dividing to every one according as he will; by which words, they that valued themselves on the gifts of prophesying, and speaking tongues, are put in mind, that all these were purely the gifts of God, to whom alone the honour is due. Witham.