2 And by your wisdom you formedst man, That he should have dominion over the creatures that were made by you,
3 And rule the world in holiness and righteousness, And execute judgement in uprightness of soul;
4 Give me wisdom, her that sits by you on your throne; And reject me not from among your servants:
5 Because I am your bondman and the son of your handmaid, A man weak and short-lived, And of small power to understand judgement and laws.
6 For even if a man be perfect among the sons of men, Yet if the wisdom that comes from you be not with him, he shall be held in no account.
7 You did choose me before my brethren to be king of your people, And to do judgement for your sons and daughters.
8 You gave command to build a sanctuary in your holy mountain, And an altar in the city of your habitation, A copy of the holy tabernacle which you prepared beforehand from the beginning.