7 Wisdom is supreme—acquire wisdom! With all your acquisitions, get understanding.
8 Prize her, and she will exalt you. She will honor you when you embrace her.
9 She will set a garland of grace on your head. She will give you a crown of glory.”
10 Listen, my son, and accept my words, so the years of your life will be many.
11 I instructed you in the way of wisdom. I have guided you along straight paths.
12 When you walk, your step will not be hindered, and when you run, you will not stumble.
13 Hold on tightly to instruction, do not let it go— guard it, for it is your life.