9. But a powerful torture pursues the powerful.
10. Therefore, O kings, these, my words, are for you, so that you may learn wisdom and not perish.
11. For those who have justly preserved justice will be justified, and those who have learned these things will find what to answer.
12. Therefore, desire my words, love them, and you will have instruction.
13. Wisdom is pure and never fades away, and is easily seen by those who love her and found by those who seek her.
14. She anticipates those who desire her, so that she first reveals herself to them.
15. Whoever awakens early to seek her, will not labor, for he will find her sitting at his door.
16. Therefore, by thinking about her, understanding is perfected, and whoever remains watchful for her, will quickly be secure.
17. For she goes about seeking such as are worthy of her, and she reveals herself to them cheerfully in the ways, and meets them with all foresight.