10. Let instruction and knowledgemean more to you than silveror the finest gold.
11. Wisdom is worth much morethan precious jewelsor anything else you desire.”
12. I am Wisdom—Common Senseis my closest friend;I possess knowledgeand sound judgment.
13. If you respect the Lord,you will hate evil.I hate pride and conceitand deceitful lies.
14. I am strong, and I offersensible adviceand sound judgment.
15. By my power kings govern,and rulers make lawsthat are fair.
16. Every honest leader ruleswith help from me.
17. I love everyone who loves me,and I will be found by allwho honestly search.
18. I can make you rich and famous,important and successful.
19. What you receive from meis more valuablethan even the finest goldor the purest silver.
20. I always do what is right,