Proverbs

¹⁸She is a tree of life to those who lay hold on her; and happy (blessed, fortunate, to be envied) is everyone who holds her fast. ¹⁹The Lord by skillful and godly Wisdom has founded the earth; by understanding He has established the heavens. [Col. 1:16.] ²⁰By His knowledge the deeps were broken up, and the skies distill the dew. ²¹My son, let them not escape from your sight, but keep sound and godly Wisdom and discretion, ²²And they will be life to your inner self, and a gracious ornament to your neck (your outer self). ²³Then you will walk in your way securely and in confident trust, and you shall not dash your foot or stumble. [Ps. 91:11, 12; Prov. 10:9.] ²⁴When you lie down, you shall not be afraid; yes, you shall lie down, and your sleep shall be sweet.