14For the merchandise of it is better than the merchandise of silver, and the gain of it than fine gold.
15She is more precious than rubies: and all the things thou canst desire are not to be compared to her.
16Length of days is in her right hand; and in her left hand riches and honor.
17Her ways are ways of pleasantness, and all her paths are peace.
18She is a tree of life to them that lay hold upon her: and happy is every one that retaineth her.
19The LORD by wisdom hath founded the earth; by understanding hath he established the heavens.
20By his knowledge the depths are broken up, and the clouds drop down the dew.
21My son, let not them depart from thy eyes: keep sound wisdom and discretion:
22So shall they be life to thy soul, and grace to thy neck.
23Then shalt thou walk in thy way safely, and thy foot shall not stumble.