Proverbs
Chapters 4:3-9
New International Version Anglicized
3For I too was a son to my father,still tender, and cherished by my mother.
4Then he taught me, and he said to me,‘Take hold of my words with all your heart;keep my commands, and you will live.
5Get wisdom, get understanding;do not forget my words or turn away from them.
6Do not forsake wisdom, and she will protect you;love her, and she will watch over you.
7The beginning of wisdom is this: get wisdom.Though it cost all you have, get understanding.
8Cherish her, and she will exalt you;embrace her, and she will honour you.
9She will give you a garland to grace your headand present you with a glorious crown.’