12. The Lord corrects those he loves, as parents correct a child of whom they are proud.
13. Happy is anyone who becomes wise — who gains understanding.
14. There is more profit in it than there is in silver; it is worth more to you than gold.
15. Wisdom is more valuable than jewels; nothing you could want can compare with it.
16. Wisdom offers you long life, as well as wealth and honour.
17. Wisdom can make your life pleasant and lead you safely through it.
18. Those who become wise are happy; wisdom will give them life.
19. The Lord created the earth by his wisdom;by his knowledge he set the sky in place.
20. His wisdom caused the rivers to flowand the clouds to give rain to the earth.
21. Hold on to your wisdom and insight, my child. Never let them get away from you.
22. They will provide you with life — a pleasant and happy life.
23. You can go safely on your way and never even stumble.
24. You will not be afraid when you go to bed, and you will sleep soundly through the night.
25. You will not have to worry about sudden disasters, such as come on the wicked like a storm.
26. The Lord will keep you safe. He will not let you fall into a trap.
27. Whenever you possibly can, do good to those who need it.
28. Never tell your neighbours to wait until tomorrow if you can help them now.
29. Don't plan anything that will hurt your neighbours; they live beside you, trusting you.
30. Don't argue with others for no reason when they have never done you any harm.
31. Don't be jealous of violent people or decide to act as they do,