11. Wisdom is more precious than rubies.Nothing you want is equal to it.
12. “I am wisdom, and I have the ability to think.I also have knowledge and good sense.
13. If you respect the Lord, you also will hate evil.It is wise to hate pride and bragging,evil ways and lies.
14. I have good sense and advice.I have understanding and power.
15. Kings use me to govern.And rulers use me to make fair laws.
16. Princes use me to lead.So do important men and all good judges.
17. I love those who love me.Those who want me find me.
18. Riches and honor are mine.So are wealth and lasting success.
19. What I give is better than the finest gold.What I give is better than pure silver.
20. I do what is right.I do what is fair.
21. I give wealth to those who love me.I fill them with treasures.
22. “I, wisdom, was with God when he began his work.This was before he made anything else long ago.
23. I was appointed in the very beginning,even before the world began.
24. I began before there were oceans.There were no springs overflowing with water.
25. I began before the hills were there.The mountains had not even been put in place.