8 Cherish her, and she will exalt you;embrace her, and she will honour you.
9 She will give you a garland to grace your headand present you with a glorious crown.’
10 Listen, my son, accept what I say,and the years of your life will be many.
11 I instruct you in the way of wisdomand lead you along straight paths.
12 When you walk, your steps will not be hampered;when you run, you will not stumble.
13 Hold on to instruction, do not let it go;guard it well, for it is your life.
14 Do not set foot on the path of the wickedor walk in the way of evildoers.