²⁰ Where then does wisdom come from?
    Where does understanding dwell?^(A)
21 It is hidden from the eyes of every living thing,
    concealed even from the birds in the sky.^(B)
22 Destruction^[a](C) and Death^(D) say,
    “Only a rumor of it has reached our ears.”
²³ God understands the way to it
    and he alone^(E) knows where it dwells,^(F)

¹³ “To God belong wisdom^(A) and power;^(B)
    counsel and understanding are his.^(C)

“Praise be to the name of God for ever and ever;^(H)
    wisdom and power^(I) are his.
²¹ He changes times and seasons;^(J)
    he deposes^(K) kings and raises up others.^(L)
He gives wisdom^(M) to the wise
    and knowledge to the discerning.^(N)
22 He reveals deep and hidden things;^(O)
    he knows what lies in darkness,^(P)
    and light^(Q) dwells with him.

⁵ Trust in the Lord^(A) with all your heart
    and lean not on your own understanding;
⁶ in all your ways submit to him,
    and he will make your paths^(B) straight.^[a](C)

⁷ Do not be wise in your own eyes;^(D)
    fear the Lord^(E) and shun evil.^(F)
8 This will bring health to your body^(G)
    and nourishment to your bones.^(H)

³³ Wisdom’s instruction is to fear the Lord,^(A)
    and humility comes before honor.^(B)