10. Accept my instruction instead of silver,and knowledge rather than pure gold.
11. For wisdom is better than jewels, and nothing desirable can compare with it.
12. I, Wisdom, share a home with shrewdnessand have knowledge and discretion.
13. To fear the Lord is to hate evil. I hate arrogant pride, evil conduct,and perverse speech.
14. I possess good advice and competence; I have understanding and strength.
15. It is by me that kings reign and rulers enact just law;
16. by me, princes lead,as do nobles and all righteous judges.
17. I love those who love me, and those who search for me find me.
18. With me are riches and honor, lasting wealth and righteousness.