¹⁵ The heart of the prudent acquires knowledge,
And the ear of the wise seeks knowledge.

² Also it is not good for a soul to be without knowledge,
And he sins who hastens with his feet.

²⁷ Cease listening to instruction, my son,
And you will stray from the words of knowledge.

¹² The eyes of the Lord preserve knowledge,
But He overthrows the words of the faithless.

¹² Apply your heart to instruction,
And your ears to words of knowledge.

³ Through wisdom a house is built,
And by understanding it is established;
⁴ By knowledge the rooms are filled
With all precious and pleasant riches.

^5 (A)A wise man is strong,
Yes, a man of knowledge increases strength;

² Because of the transgression of a land, many are its princes;
But by a man of understanding and knowledge
Right will be prolonged.