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Happy [blessed, considered fortunate, to be admired] is the man who finds [skillful and godly] wisdom,
And the man who gains understanding and insight [learning from God’s word and life’s experiences],
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For wisdom’s profit is better than the profit of silver,
And her gain is better than fine gold.
¹⁵ 
She is more precious than rubies;
And nothing you can wish for compares with her [in value].^(A)
16 
Long life is in her right hand;
In her left hand are riches and honor.^(B)
17 
Her ways are highways of pleasantness and favor,
And all her paths are peace.
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She is a tree of life to those who take hold of her,
And happy [blessed, considered fortunate, to be admired] is everyone who holds her tightly.

¹⁰ 
Hear, my son, and accept my sayings,
And the years of your life will be many.

²⁰ 
My son, pay attention to my words and be willing to learn;
Open your ears to my sayings.
²¹ 
Do not let them escape from your sight;
Keep them in the center of your heart.
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For they are life to those who find them,
And healing and health to all their flesh.

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For by me (wisdom from God) your days will be multiplied,
And years of life shall be increased.

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The [reverent] fear of the Lord [worshiping, obeying, serving, and trusting Him with awe-filled respect] prolongs one’s life,
But the years of the wicked will be shortened.