²⁹ Because they ^(A)hated knowledge
And did not choose the fear of Yahweh.

³ For if you call out for understanding,
Give your voice for discernment;
⁴ If you seek her as ^(A)silver
And search for her as for ^(B)hidden treasures;
⁵ Then you will understand the ^(C)fear of Yahweh
And find the knowledge of God.

^7 (A)Do not be wise in your own eyes;
^(B)Fear Yahweh and turn away from evil.
⁸ It will be ^(C)healing to your ^[a]body
And ^(D)refreshment to your bones.