12 Whoever loves instruction loves knowledge,
But he who hates correction is stupid.

³³ Hear instruction and be wise,
And do not disdain it.
^34 (A)Blessed is the man who listens to me,
Watching daily at my gates,
Waiting at the posts of my doors.

2 My son, if you receive my words,
And ^(A)treasure my commands within you,
² So that you incline your ear to wisdom,
And apply your heart to understanding;
³ Yes, if you cry out for discernment,
And lift up your voice for understanding,
^4 (B)If you seek her as silver,
And search for her as for hidden treasures;
^5 (C)Then you will understand the fear of the Lord,
And find the knowledge of God.
^6 (D)For the Lord gives wisdom;
From His mouth come knowledge and understanding;