4 She understands God's mysteriesand works together with him.
5 Wisdom is more desirablethan wealth— she makeseverything run smoothly.
6 Wisdom is more usefulthan knowledge—she designedeverything that is.
7 If you truly love what is right,learn from her,the source of all goodness:of justice and courage,understanding and self-control;all the important thingsthat help us live our lives.
8 Do you desire wide experience?Wisdom knows what has happenedand predicts the future;she knows the meaning of wordsand the answers to riddles.Wisdom knows in advancethe miracles God will workand all that will take place.
9 So I decided to bring Wisdomhome to live with me—she will offer good advice,as well as comfort in timesof suffering and grief.
10 She will bring me great honorfrom advisors and many others,even though I am young.