17 It is foolish to spread a netwhere any bird can see it,
18 but they set an ambush to kill themselves; they attack their own lives.
19 Such are the paths of all who make profit dishonestly; it takes the lives of those who receive it.
20 Wisdom calls out in the street;she raises her voice in the public squares.
21 She cries out above the commotion;she speaks at the entrance of the city gates:
22 “How long, foolish ones, will you love ignorance?How long will you mockers enjoy mockingand you fools hate knowledge?
23 If you respond to my warning, then I will pour out my spirit on you and teach you my words.