Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not rely on your own understanding.

Honor the Lord from your wealth and from the first fruits of all your crops;

My child, do not forget my teaching, but let your heart keep my commandments,

Acknowledge him in all your ways, and he will make your paths straight.

Blessed is the one who finds wisdom, and the one who obtains understanding.

This will bring healing to your body, and refreshment to your inner self.

For the Lord disciplines those he loves, just as a father disciplines the son in whom he delights.

then your barns will be filled completely, and your vats will overflow with new wine.

Her ways are very pleasant, and all her paths are peaceful.

She is more precious than rubies, and none of the things you desire can compare with her.

My child, do not let them escape from your sight; safeguard sound wisdom and discretion.

Long life is in her right hand; in her left hand are riches and honor.

For her benefit is more profitable than silver, and her gain is better than gold.

She is like a tree of life to those who obtain her, and everyone who grasps hold of her will be blessed.

for they will provide a long and full life, and they will add well-being to you.

Do not envy a violent man, and do not choose to imitate any of his ways;

You will not be afraid of sudden disaster, or when destruction overtakes the wicked;

By his knowledge the primordial sea was broken open, and the clouds drip down dew.

Then you will walk on your way with security, and you will not stumble.

for the Lord will be the source of your confidence, and he will guard your foot from being caught in a trap.

When you lie down you will not be filled with fear; when you lie down your sleep will be pleasant.

So they will give life to you, and grace to adorn your neck.

Do not accuse anyone without legitimate cause, if he has not treated you wrongly.

Do not say to your neighbor, "Go! Return tomorrow and I will give it," when you have it with you at the time.

Although he is scornful to arrogant scoffers, yet he shows favor to the humble.

Do not plot evil against your neighbor when he dwells by you unsuspectingly.

The Lord's curse is on the household of the wicked, but he blesses the home of the righteous.

My child, do not despise discipline from the Lord, and do not loathe his rebuke.

Do not withhold good from those who need it, when you have the ability to help.

Do not let truth and mercy leave you; bind them around your neck, write them on the tablet of your heart.

By wisdom the Lord laid the foundation of the earth; he established the heavens by understanding.

Do not be wise in your own estimation; fear the Lord and turn away from evil.

Then you will find favor and good understanding, in the sight of God and people.

for one who goes astray is an abomination to the Lord, but he reveals his intimate counsel to the upright.

The wise inherit honor, but he holds fools up to public contempt.