Proverbs 4:9 CPDV

⁷  The beginning of wisdom is to obtain wisdom, and, with all that you possess, to acquire prudence.

⁸  Grasp her, and she will exalt you. You will be glorified by her, when you have embraced her.

⁹  She will bestow upon your head an increase in graces, and she will protect you with a noble crown.

¹⁰  Listen, my son, and accept my words, so that years of life may be multiplied for you.

¹¹  I will demonstrate to you the way of wisdom. I will lead you along the paths of equity.