1. Whoever fears the Lordwill do these things,and whoever has a firm holdon the Law will possess Wisdom.
2. She will come to meet them like a mother,and she will await themlike a young bride.
3. She will feed them breadof understanding,and will give them water of wisdomto drink.
4. They will be supported by herand not be undermined;they will be intent upon herand will never be put to shame.
5. She will raise them above their neighbors,and allow them to speakin the midst of the assembly.
6. They will inherit gladness,a crown of rejoicing,and an eternal name.
7. People who lack sense will neverreceive her,and sinners will never see her.
8. She keeps far away from the arrogant,and liars will never remember her.