Holman Christian Standard Bible

Proverbs 8:11-17 Holman Christian Standard Bible (HCSB)

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.