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)

⁵ Trust in the Lord^(A) with all your heart
    and lean not on your own understanding;
⁶ in all your ways submit to him,
    and he will make your paths^(B) straight.^[a](C)

⁷ Do not be wise in your own eyes;^(D)
    fear the Lord^(E) and shun evil.^(F)
8 This will bring health to your body^(G)
    and nourishment to your bones.^(H)

³ Let love and faithfulness^(E) never leave you;
    bind them around your neck,
    write them on the tablet of your heart.^(F)
4 Then you will win favor and a good name
    in the sight of God and man.^(G)

²⁸ Those who trust in their riches will fall,^(A)
    but the righteous will thrive like a green leaf.^(B)

²⁶ Those who trust in themselves are fools,^(A)
    but those who walk in wisdom are kept safe.^(B)

¹² There is a way that appears to be right,^(A)
    but in the end it leads to death.^(B)