^14 (A)The heart of him who has understanding seeks knowledge,
    but the mouths of fools feed on folly.

^31 (A)The ear that listens to ^(B)life-giving reproof
    will dwell among the wise.
³² Whoever ^(C)ignores instruction ^(D)despises himself,
    but he who listens to reproof ^(E)gains intelligence.
^33 (F)The fear of the Lord is instruction in wisdom,
    and ^(G)humility comes before honor.

^16 (A)How much better to get wisdom than ^(B)gold!
    To get understanding is to be chosen rather than ^(C)silver.

²¹ The wise of heart is called discerning,
    and sweetness of speech ^(A)increases persuasiveness.

^24 (A)The discerning sets his face toward wisdom,
    but the eyes of a fool are on the ends of the earth.

¹⁵ An intelligent heart acquires knowledge,
    and the ear of the wise seeks knowledge.

²⁰ Listen to advice and accept instruction,
    that you may gain wisdom in ^(A)the future.

⁵ The purpose in a man's heart is like ^(A)deep water,
    but a man of understanding will draw it out.

^18 (A)Plans are established by counsel;
    by ^(B)wise guidance ^(C)wage war.