Quick Answer

Words of Wisdom is a common Instant from ODY (ODY) costing {1}{U}. Current price: $0.67 USD. Legal in Commander.

Words of Wisdom MTG card

Words of Wisdom

Instant

Card Text

You draw two cards, then each other player draws a card.

Knowledge can't be kept in a bottle or sealed in a box. It yearns to be spread and shared.

Card Stats

common CMC: 2.0 ODY ODY 🎨 Eric Peterson

Market Prices

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$0.67
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TCGPlayer
$10.73
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Card Kingdom
$1.49
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$15.99
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Cardmarket
€0.73
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€8.74
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Pauper Legal
Paupercommander Legal
Predh Legal
Premodern Legal
Vintage Legal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Words of Wisdom? Basics

Words of Wisdom is a Instant card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "You draw two cards, then each other player draws a card."

How much mana does Words of Wisdom cost to cast? Basics

Words of Wisdom has a mana cost of {1}{U}, which equals 2.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires U mana to cast.

What does mana cost mean in Magic: The Gathering? Basics

Mana cost is the amount and type of mana required to cast a spell in Magic: The Gathering.

Words of Wisdom's mana cost of {1}{U} means you need to pay that much mana from your lands or other sources.

Colored symbols (W=White, U=Blue, B=Black, R=Red, G=Green) must be paid with that specific color, while numbers can be paid with any color.

What is converted mana cost (CMC) or mana value? Basics

Converted mana cost (now officially called "mana value") is the total amount of mana in a card's mana cost, regardless of color.

Words of Wisdom has a mana value of 2.0. This is important for effects that care about a spell's total cost, like cascade or cards that say "mana value 3 or less."

What is oracle text? Basics

Oracle text is the official, current rules text for a Magic card as maintained by Wizards of the Coast. It supersedes any printed text on older cards.

Words of Wisdom's current oracle text is: "You draw two cards, then each other player draws a card."

What is the current price of Words of Wisdom? Pricing

The current market price for Words of Wisdom is approximately $0.67 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $10.73 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.73 EUR.

Where can I buy Words of Wisdom? Pricing

You can purchase Words of Wisdom from major MTG retailers including:

Prices vary by condition and printing. Check multiple sellers to find the best price.

What is the difference between normal and foil cards? Pricing

Foil cards have a shiny, holographic finish that makes them more collectible. They are functionally identical to normal cards but typically cost more due to their rarity and visual appeal.

Words of Wisdom normal: $0.67 | foil: $10.73

Is Words of Wisdom legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Words of Wisdom in Standard is not available.

Standard is a rotating format that only allows cards from the most recent sets.

Is Words of Wisdom legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Words of Wisdom in Modern is not available.

Modern includes all cards printed in a standard-legal set from 8th Edition forward.

Is Words of Wisdom legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Words of Wisdom is Legal in Commander (EDH) format.

Commander is a casual multiplayer format where you build a 100-card singleton deck around a legendary creature.

Is Words of Wisdom legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Words of Wisdom in Pioneer is not available.

Pioneer is a non-rotating format that includes all standard-legal sets from Return to Ravnica forward.

Is Words of Wisdom legal in Legacy? Legality

Words of Wisdom is Legal in Legacy format.

Legacy allows almost all cards ever printed, with a substantial ban list for balance.

Is Words of Wisdom legal in Vintage? Legality

Words of Wisdom is Legal in Vintage format.

Vintage is the most permissive format, allowing almost all cards with only a minimal ban list. Some powerful cards are "Restricted" (limited to 1 copy).

Is Words of Wisdom legal in Pauper? Legality

Words of Wisdom is Legal in Pauper format.

Pauper only allows cards that have been printed at common rarity in a paper or online set.

What is format legality in MTG? Legality

Format legality indicates which official MTG formats allow a card to be played:

  • Legal: Card is allowed in the format
  • Banned: Card is prohibited from play
  • Restricted: Limited to 1 copy (Vintage only)
  • Not Legal: Card was never part of that format's card pool

Different formats have different banned lists based on power level and game balance.

What set is Words of Wisdom from? Details

This printing of Words of Wisdom is from ODY (ODY), with collector number 114.

Words of Wisdom may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Words of Wisdom's rarity? Details

Words of Wisdom is a common card in ODY.

Card rarity affects both availability and price. From rarest to most common: Mythic Rare → Rare → Uncommon → Common.

Who illustrated Words of Wisdom? Details

Words of Wisdom was illustrated by Eric Peterson.

Magic: The Gathering features artwork from hundreds of talented artists, and many cards have been reprinted with new art over the years.

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