10. He gave some measure of Wisdom to everyone,but poured her out on those who love him.
11. If you fear the Lord, honour and pride will be yours;you will be crowned with happiness and joy.
12. To honour the Lord is a heartfelt delight;it will give you a long and happy life,
13. and at the end of your days all will go well for you.God will bless you on the day of your death.
14. To fear the Lord is the first step to Wisdom.Wisdom is given to the faithful in their mothers' wombs.
15. She has lived with us from ancient times,and generations to come will rely on her.
16. To fear the Lord is Wisdom at her fullest;she satisfies us completely with her gifts
17. and fills our homes and barnswith all that our hearts can desire.
18. To fear the Lord is the flower of Wisdomthat blossoms with peace and good health.
19. She sends knowledge and understanding like the rain,and increases the honour of those who receive her.
20. To fear the Lord is the root of Wisdom;her branches are long life.
22. There is no excuse for unjustified anger; it can bring about your downfall.
23. Wait and be patient, and later you will be glad you did.