Get wisdom and insight; do not forget and do not turn from the sayings of my mouth.

The beginning of wisdom: Get wisdom! With all [that is in] your possession, gain insight.

He who corrects a scoffer gains abuse for himself, and he who rebukes the wicked {gets hurt}.

A woman of grace receives honor, but the ruthless gets wealth.

Prepare your work in the street and get it ready for yourself in the field; afterward, then you shall build your house.

under an unloved woman when she gets married, and a maid when she succeeds her mistress.