11 Wisdom is worth more than rubies. Nothing you want can compare with her.
12 "I, wisdom, live together with understanding. I have knowledge and good sense.
13 To have respect for the Lord is to hate evil. I hate pride and bragging. I hate evil ways and twisted words.
14 I have good sense and give good advice. I have understanding and power.
15 By me kings rule. Leaders make laws that are fair.
16 By me princes govern. By me all nobles rule on earth.
17 I love those who love me. Those who look for me find me.