⁹ He provided redemption^(A) for his people;
    he ordained his covenant forever—
    holy and awesome^(B) is his name.

¹⁰ The fear of the Lord^(C) is the beginning of wisdom;^(D)
    all who follow his precepts have good understanding.^(E)
    To him belongs eternal praise.^(F)

¹³ Blessed are those who find wisdom,
    those who gain understanding,
¹⁴ for she is more profitable than silver
    and yields better returns than gold.^(A)
15 She is more precious than rubies;^(B)
    nothing you desire can compare with her.^(C)
16 Long life is in her right hand;^(D)
    in her left hand are riches and honor.^(E)
17 Her ways are pleasant ways,
    and all her paths are peace.^(F)
18 She is a tree of life^(G) to those who take hold of her;
    those who hold her fast will be blessed.^(H)