¹² “I, Wisdom, live together with good judgment.
    I know where to discover knowledge and discernment.
¹³ All who fear the Lord will hate evil.
    Therefore, I hate pride and arrogance,
    corruption and perverse speech.
¹⁴ Common sense and success belong to me.
    Insight and strength are mine.
¹⁵ Because of me, kings reign,
    and rulers make just decrees.
¹⁶ Rulers lead with my help,
    and nobles make righteous judgments.^[a]

¹⁷ “I love all who love me.
    Those who search will surely find me.
¹⁸ I have riches and honor,
    as well as enduring wealth and justice.

²⁰ The Lord detests people with crooked hearts,
    but he delights in those with integrity.

² The Lord approves of those who are good,
    but he condemns those who plan wickedness.

²² The Lord detests lying lips,
    but he delights in those who tell the truth.

³¹ Those who oppress the poor insult their Maker,
    but helping the poor honors him.

⁸ The Lord detests the sacrifice of the wicked,
    but he delights in the prayers of the upright.

⁹ The Lord detests the way of the wicked,
    but he loves those who pursue godliness.

³⁰ Physical punishment cleanses away evil;^[a]
    such discipline purifies the heart.

³ The Lord is more pleased when we do what is right and just
    than when we offer him sacrifices.

²¹ Whoever pursues righteousness and unfailing love
    will find life, righteousness, and honor.

⁴ True humility and fear of the Lord
    lead to riches, honor, and long life.