wisdom
If you seek her as silver,And search for her as for hidden treasures;
Wisdom is found on the lips of him who has understanding,But a rod is for the back of him who is devoid of understanding.
Counsel is mine, and sound wisdom;I am understanding, I have strength.
If you are wise, you are wise for yourself,And if you scoff, you will bear it alone.”
But whoever listens to me will dwell safely,And will be secure, without fear of evil.”
She is more precious than rubies,And all the things you may desire cannot compare with her.
The mouth of the righteous brings forth wisdom,But the perverse tongue will be cut out.
The lips of the righteous feed many,But fools die for lack of wisdom.
My son, let them not depart from your eyes—Keep sound wisdom and discretion;
I have taught you in the way of wisdom;I have led you in right paths.
