13 God blesses everyonewho has wisdomand common sense.
14 Wisdom is worth morethan silver;it makes you much richerthan gold.
15 Wisdom is more valuablethan precious jewels;nothing you wantcompares with her.
16 In her right handWisdom holds a long life,and in her left handare wealth and honour.
17 Wisdom makes life pleasantand leads us safely along.
18 Wisdom is a life-giving tree,the source of happinessfor all who hold on to her.
19 By his wisdom and knowledgethe Lord createdheaven and earth.