8 If you value Wisdomand hold tightly to her,great honors will be yours.
9 It will be like wearinga glorious crownof beautiful flowers.”
10 My child, if you listenand obey my teachings,you will live a long time.
11 I have shown you the waythat makes sense;I have guided youalong the right path.
12 Your road won't be blocked,and you won't stumblewhen you run.
13 Hold firmly to my teachingand never let go.It will mean life for you.
14 Don't follow the bad exampleof cruel and evil people.