⁴ Wise words are like deep waters;
    wisdom flows from the wise like a bubbling brook.

⁸ To acquire wisdom is to love yourself;
    people who cherish understanding will prosper.

³ A house is built by wisdom
    and becomes strong through good sense.

⁷ Wisdom is too lofty for fools.
    Among leaders at the city gate, they have nothing to say.

¹⁴ In the same way, wisdom is sweet to your soul.
    If you find it, you will have a bright future,
    and your hopes will not be cut short.