⁵ Trust in the Lord with all your heart,
    and do not depend on your own understanding.
⁶ In all your ways acknowledge^[a] him,
    and he will make your paths straight.

²⁸ The person who trusts in his wealth will fall,
    but the righteous will flourish like green leaves.

²⁰ Whoever listens to a word of instruction prospers,
    and anyone who trusts in the Lord is blessed.

²⁴ A man’s steps are directed by the Lord;
    how then can anyone understand his own way?

²² A wise man attacks the city of the mighty,
    bringing down the fortress in which they trust.

³¹ The horse may be prepared for the day of battle,
    but to the Lord goes the victory.

²⁵ An arrogant^[a] man stirs up dissension,
    but anyone who trusts in the Lord prospers.

²⁶ Whoever trusts in himself is foolish,
    but whoever lives wisely will be kept safe.

²⁵ Fearing any human being is a trap,
    but confiding in the Lord keeps anyone safe.

⁴ Who has ascended to heaven,
    and then descended?
        Who has collected the wind in his hands?
Who has wrapped up waters in a garment?
    Who has established all the farthest points of the earth?
What is his name,
    and what is his son’s name?
        Surely you know!

⁵ Everything God says is pure;
    he is a shield for those who take refuge in him.