12. because the Lord warns the one he loves,even as a father warns a son with whom he is pleased.
13. Blessed is the one who finds wisdomand the one who obtains understanding.
14. The profit ⌊gained⌋ from ⌊wisdom⌋ is greater thanthe profit ⌊gained⌋ from silver.Its yield is better than fine gold.
15. ⌊Wisdom⌋ is more precious than jewels,and all your desires cannot equal it.
16. Long life is in ⌊wisdom’s⌋ right hand.In ⌊wisdom’s⌋ left hand are riches and honor.
17. ⌊Wisdom’s⌋ ways are pleasant ways,and all its paths lead to peace.
18. ⌊Wisdom⌋ is a tree of lifefor those who take firm hold of it.Those who cling to it are blessed.