4. I was nursed in swaddling clothes and with great care.
5. For none of the kings had any other beginning of birth.
6. Therefore, there is only one entrance for everyone into life, and the same in leaving.
7. Because of this, I chose, and understanding was given to me; and I prayed, and the spirit of wisdom came to me;
8. and I placed her before kingdoms and thrones, and I considered riches nothing in comparison with her.