I thought, “Wisdom is better than foolishness, just as light is better than darkness.

How wonderful to be wise, to analyze and interpret things. Wisdom lights up a person’s face, softening its harshness.

Never make light of the king, even in your thoughts. And don’t make fun of the powerful, even in your own bedroom. For a little bird might deliver your message and tell them what you said.

Advice for Young and Old

Light is sweet; how pleasant to see a new day dawning.

Remember him before the light of the sun, moon, and stars is dim to your old eyes, and rain clouds continually darken your sky.