17. It is foolish to spread a netwhere any bird can see it,
18. but they set an ambush to kill themselves; they attack their own lives.
19. Such are the paths of all who make profit dishonestly; it takes the lives of those who receive it.
20. Wisdom calls out in the street;she raises her voice in the public squares.
21. She cries out above the commotion;she speaks at the entrance of the city gates:
22. “How long, foolish ones, will you love ignorance?How long will you mockers enjoy mockingand you fools hate knowledge?
23. If you respond to my warning, then I will pour out my spirit on you and teach you my words.
24. Since I called out and you refused, extended my hand and no one paid attention,
25. since you neglected all my counsel and did not accept my correction,
26. I, in turn, will laugh at your calamity. I will mock when terror strikes you,