20 I directed my whole being toward her,and in purity I found her.I had a heart for herfrom the beginning.For this reasonI will never be abandoned.
21 My guts were stirred to seek her;for this reason I gaineda desired possession.
22 The Lord gave me the powerto speak well, as my reward,and I will praise him with it.
23 Draw near to me,you who lack education,and stay in my school.
24 Why are you still lacking in these things;why do you thirst for this?
25 I opened my mouth and said,"Acquire her for yourselveswithout money.
26 Place your neck under her yoke,and let your soulreceive instruction.It is found close at hand."