8. Everything I say is honest;nothing I say is crooked or false.
9. People with good sense know what I say is true;and those with knowledge know my words are right.
10. Choose my teachings instead of silver,and knowledge rather than the finest gold.
11. Wisdom is more precious than rubies.Nothing you could want is equal to it.
12. “I am wisdom, and I have good judgment.I also have knowledge and good sense.
13. If you respect the Lord, you will also hate evil.I hate pride and bragging,evil ways and lies.
14. I have good sense and advice,and I have understanding and power.
15. I help kings to governand rulers to make fair laws.
16. Princes use me to lead,and so do all important people who judge fairly.