5 “Get wisdom! Get understanding! Do not forget, and do not turn away From the words of my mouth.
6 “Do not leave her, and let her guard you; Love her, and let her watch over you.
7 “The beginning of wisdom is: Get wisdom! And with all your getting, get understanding.
8 “Exalt her, and let her uplift you; She brings you esteem when you embrace her.
9 “She gives your head a fair wreath, She shields you with an adorning crown.”
10 Hear, my son, and accept my words, And let the years of your life be many.
11 I have taught you in the way of wisdom, I have led you in straight paths.