¹³ Joyful is the person who finds wisdom,
    the one who gains understanding.
¹⁴ For wisdom is more profitable than silver,
    and her wages are better than gold.
¹⁵ Wisdom is more precious than rubies;
    nothing you desire can compare with her.
¹⁶ She offers you long life in her right hand,
    and riches and honor in her left.
¹⁷ She will guide you down delightful paths;
    all her ways are satisfying.
¹⁸ Wisdom is a tree of life to those who embrace her;
    happy are those who hold her tightly.

³² “And so, my children,^[a] listen to me,
    for all who follow my ways are joyful.
³³ Listen to my instruction and be wise.
    Don’t ignore it.
³⁴ Joyful are those who listen to me,
    watching for me daily at my gates,
    waiting for me outside my home!

¹⁴ Wise words bring many benefits,
    and hard work brings rewards.

²⁰ Deceit fills hearts that are plotting evil;
    joy fills hearts that are planning peace!

²¹ It is a sin to belittle one’s neighbor;
    blessed are those who help the poor.

¹³ A glad heart makes a happy face;
    a broken heart crushes the spirit.

¹⁵ For the despondent, every day brings trouble;
    for the happy heart, life is a continual feast.

³⁰ A cheerful look brings joy to the heart;
    good news makes for good health.

²⁰ Those who listen to instruction will prosper;
    those who trust the Lord will be joyful.

¹⁵ My child,^[a] if your heart is wise,
    my own heart will rejoice!
¹⁶ Everything in me will celebrate
    when you speak what is right.