16. And you freed me from perdition, and you rescued me from the time of iniquity.
17. Because of this, I will give thanks and praise to you, and I will bless the name of the Lord.
18. When I was still young, before I wandered astray, I sought wisdom openly in my prayer.
19. I asked for her before the temple, and even to the very end, I will inquire after her. And she flourished like a newly-ripened grape.
20. My heart rejoiced in her. My feet walked in the right path. From my youth, I pursued her.
21. I bent my ear a little and accepted her.
22. I found much wisdom within myself, and I benefited greatly by her.
23. I will give glory to him who gives wisdom to me.
24. For I have decided that I should act according to wisdom. I have been zealous for what is good, and so I will not be confounded.
25. My soul has struggled for wisdom, and in doing so, I have been confirmed.