17 In vain a net is spreadright under the eyes of any bird—
18 They lie in wait for their own blood,they set a trap for their own lives.
19 This is the way of everyone greedy for loot:it takes away their lives.
20 Wisdom cries aloud in the street,in the open squares she raises her voice;
21 Down the crowded ways she calls out,at the city gates she utters her words:
22 “How long, you naive ones, will you love naivete,
23 How long will you turn away at my reproof?[The arrogant delight in their arrogance,and fools hate knowledge.]Lo! I will pour out to you my spirit,I will acquaint you with my words: