For the upright [those who are in right standing with God] will live in the land
And those [of integrity] who are blameless [in God’s sight] will remain in it;

Happy [blessed, considered fortunate, to be admired] is the man who finds [skillful and godly] wisdom,
And the man who gains understanding and insight [learning from God’s word and life’s experiences],

“Whoever is naive or inexperienced, let him turn in here!”
As for him who lacks understanding, she says,

By the blessing [of the influence] of the upright the city is exalted,
But by the mouth of the wicked it is torn down.

He who diligently seeks good seeks favor and grace,
But he who seeks evil, evil will come to him.

There is severe discipline for him who turns from the way [of righteousness];
And he who hates correction will die.

God’s verdict is on the lips of a king;
his mouth should not give an unfair judgment.

He who pays attention to the word [of God] will find good,
And blessed (happy, prosperous, to be admired) is he who trusts [confidently] in the Lord.

Listen, my son, and be wise, commit yourself to live God's way.

Like snow in summer and rain when the grain is being cut, so honour is not natural for the foolish.

there will be enough goat’s milk for your food—
food for your household
and nourishment for your female servants.

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