6 Don’t forsake her, and she will preserve you.Love her, and she will keep you.
7 Wisdom is supreme.Get wisdom.Yes, though it costs all your possessions, get understanding.
8 Esteem her, and she will exalt you.She will bring you to honour, when you embrace her.
9 She will give to your head a garland of grace.She will deliver a crown of splendour to you.”
10 Listen, my son, and receive my sayings.The years of your life will be many.
11 I have taught you in the way of wisdom.I have led you in straight paths.
12 When you go, your steps will not be hampered.When you run, you will not stumble.