Contemporary English Version Anglicised

Proverbs 3:13-21 Contemporary English Version Anglicised (CEVUK00)

13. God blesses everyonewho has wisdomand common sense.

14. Wisdom is worth morethan silver;it makes you much richerthan gold.

15. Wisdom is more valuablethan precious jewels;nothing you wantcompares with her.

16. In her right handWisdom holds a long life,and in her left handare wealth and honour.

17. Wisdom makes life pleasantand leads us safely along.

18. Wisdom is a life-giving tree,the source of happinessfor all who hold on to her.

19. By his wisdom and knowledgethe Lord createdheaven and earth.

20. By his understandinghe let the ocean break looseand clouds release the rain.

21. My child, use common senseand sound judgment!Always keep them in mind.