23. And it hath seen, and numbered her: but both are the gifts of God.
24. Wisdom shall distribute knowledge, and understanding of prudence: and exalteth the glory of them that hold her.
25. The root of wisdom is to fear the Lord: and the branches thereof are longlived.
26. In the treasures of wisdom is understanding, and religiousness of knowledge: but to sinners wisdom is an abomination.
27. The fear of the Lord driveth out sin:
28. For he that is without fear, cannot be justified: for the wrath of his high spirits is his ruin.
29. A patient man shall bear for a time, and afterwards joy shall be restored to him.
30. A good understanding will hide his words for a time, and the lips of many shall declare his wisdom.
31. In the treasures of wisdom is the signification of discipline:
32. But the worship of God is an abomination to a sinner.
33. Son, if thou desire wisdom, keep justice, and God will give her to thee.
34. For the fear of the Lord is wisdom and discipline: and that which is agreeable to him,
35. Is faith, and meekness: and he will fill up his treasures.
36. Be not incredulous to the fear of the Lord: and come not to him with a double heart.
37. Be not a hypocrite in the sight of men, and let not thy lips be a stumblingblock to thee.
38. Watch over them, lest thou fall, and bring dishonour upon thy soul,