New International Reader's Version

Proverbs 9:10-15 New International Reader's Version (NIRV)

10. "If you really want to become wise, you must begin by having respect for the Lord. To know the Holy One is to gain understanding.

11. Through me, you will live a long time. Years will be added to your life.

12. If you are wise, your wisdom will reward you. If you make fun of others, you alone will suffer."

13. The woman called Foolishness is loud. She doesn't control herself. She doesn't know anything.

14. She sits at the door of her house. She sits at the highest point of the city.

15. She calls out to those who pass by. She calls out to those who go straight on their way.