4. I was nursed in swaddling clothes and with great care.
5. For none of the kings had any other beginning of birth.
6. Therefore, there is only one entrance for everyone into life, and the same in leaving.
7. Because of this, I chose, and understanding was given to me; and I prayed, and the spirit of wisdom came to me;
8. and I placed her before kingdoms and thrones, and I considered riches nothing in comparison with her.
9. Neither did I compare to her a precious stone, for all gold in comparison with her is like a little sand, and silver, in view of her, will be valued as if dirt.
10. I loved her above health and beauty, and I placed having her before light, for her light is unfailing.
11. Yet all good things came to me together with her, and innumerable honors by her hand;