¹⁵ Gold is not given for it, Nor is silver weighed -- its price.

¹⁶ To get wisdom -- how much better than gold, And to get understanding to be chosen than silver!

¹³ O the happiness of a man `who' hath found wisdom, And of a man `who' bringeth forth understanding.

¹⁴ For better `is' her merchandise Than the merchandise of silver, And than gold -- her increase.

¹⁵ Precious she `is' above rubies, And all thy pleasures are not comparable to her.

¹⁰ Receive my instruction, and not silver, And knowledge rather than choice gold.

¹¹ For better `is' wisdom than rubies, Yea, all delights are not comparable with it.

¹⁹ Better `is' my fruit than gold, even fine gold, And mine increase than choice silver.

¹⁸ Corals and pearl are not remembered, The acquisition of wisdom `is' above rubies.

¹⁷ I love those loving me, And those seeking me earnestly do find me.