Proverbs [Sayings] 8:10-19

¹⁰Receive my instruction rather than silver; knowledge rather than choice gold.

¹¹For wisdom is better than rubies. All the things that may be desired can’t be compared to it.

¹²“I, wisdom, have made prudence my dwelling. Find out knowledge and discretion.

¹³The fear of Adonai is to hate evil. I hate pride, arrogance, the evil way, and the perverse mouth.

¹⁴Counsel and sound knowledge are mine. I have understanding and power.

¹⁵By me kings reign, and princes decree justice.

¹⁶By me princes rule; nobles, and all the upright rulers of the earth.

¹⁷I 'ahav ·affectionately love· those who 'ahav ·affectionately love· me. Those who seek me diligently will find me.

¹⁸With me are riches, kavod ·weighty glory·, enduring wealth, and prosperity.

¹⁹My fruit is better than gold, yes, than fine gold; my yield than choice silver.