13. I knew that because of her, I would gain everlasting life and that I would leave behind an everlasting memorial for those who would come after me.
14. I knew that because of her, I would be able to govern nations and that the peoples of the world would obey me.
15. I knew that even terrible tyrants would fear me once they had heard me. I knew that the common people would see that I was a good king and a courageous warrior.
16. I knew that when I entered my house, she would be there, and I would be able to rest easy, for life with her is sweet. I knew that sharing my life with her would mean that I would live a pain-free life, one full of celebration and joy.
17. I thought all these things to myself. I reflected on them in my heart. I thought: If immortality is to be found by becoming part of Wisdom’s family,