1. Do not be envious of evil men,Nor desire to be with them;
2. For their heart devises violence,And their lips talk of troublemaking.
3. Through wisdom a house is built,And by understanding it is established;
4. By knowledge the rooms are filledWith all precious and pleasant riches.
5. A wise man is strong,Yes, a man of knowledge increases strength;
6. For by wise counsel you will wage your own war,And in a multitude of counselors there is safety.
7. Wisdom is too lofty for a fool;He does not open his mouth in the gate.