14For the merchandise of it is better than the merchandise of silver, and the gain thereof than fine gold.
15She is more precious than rubies: and none of the things thou canst desire are to be compared unto her.
16Length of days is in her right had; in her left hand are riches and honour.
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 founded the earth; by understanding he established the heavens.
20By his knowledge the depths were broken up, and the skies drop down the dew.
21My son, let not them depart from thine eyes; keep sound wisdom and discretion;
22So shall they be life unto thy soul, and grace to thy neck.
23Then shalt thou walk in thy way securely, and thy foot shall not stumble.