¹⁵ She is more precious than ^(A)jewels,
    and ^(B)nothing you desire can compare with her.
^16 (C)Long life is in her right hand;
    in her left hand are ^(D)riches and honor.
¹⁷ Her ^(E)ways are ways of pleasantness,
    and all her paths are peace.
¹⁸ She is ^(F)a tree of life to those who ^(G)lay hold of her;
    those who hold her fast are called blessed.

^10 (A)Take my instruction instead of silver,
    and knowledge rather than choice gold,
^11 (B)for wisdom is better than jewels,
    and ^(C)all that you may desire cannot compare with her.

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