6Don't give up on wisdom for she will keep you safe. Love wisdom and she will protect you.
7The first thing in becoming wise is to get wisdom! Whatever else you gain, gain insight.
8Treasure wisdom, and she will praise you; embrace her, and she will honor you.
9She will place on your head a wreath of grace; she will present to you a crown of glory.”
10Listen, my son, if you accept what I tell you, then you will live a long life.
11I have explained to you the way of wisdom; I have guided you along the right paths.
12Nothing will block your way when you walk, you won't stumble when you run.
13Hold on to these instructions—don't let them go. Protect them, for they are life's foundation.
14Don't go the way of the wicked or follow the example of those who do evil.