² for gaining wisdom and instruction;
    for understanding words of insight;
³ for receiving instruction in prudent behavior,
    doing what is right and just and fair;
⁴ for giving prudence to those who are simple,^[a](D)
    knowledge and discretion^(E) to the young—
⁵ let the wise listen and add to their learning,^(F)
    and let the discerning get guidance—
⁶ for understanding proverbs and parables,^(G)
    the sayings and riddles^(H) of the wise.^[b](I)

⁷ The fear of the Lord^(J) is the beginning of knowledge,
    but fools^[c] despise wisdom^(K) and instruction.^(L)

¹⁰ The fear of the Lord^(A) is the beginning of wisdom,
    and knowledge of the Holy One^(B) is understanding.^(C)
11 For through wisdom^[a] your days will be many,
    and years will be added to your life.^(D)
12 If you are wise, your wisdom will reward you;
    if you are a mocker, you alone will suffer.

²⁷ The fear of the Lord adds length to life,^(A)
    but the years of the wicked are cut short.^(B)

² Whoever fears the Lord walks uprightly,
    but those who despise him are devious in their ways.

²⁶ Whoever fears the Lord has a secure fortress,^(A)
    and for their children it will be a refuge.^(B)

²⁷ The fear of the Lord is a fountain of life,^(C)
    turning a person from the snares of death.^(D)

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

²³ The fear of the Lord leads to life;
    then one rests content, untouched by trouble.^(A)