Wisdom 8:7 CPDV

⁵  And if riches are longed for in life, what is richer than wisdom, which is being served in all things?

⁶  But if the mind is to be served, who, of all that exists, is a greater artisan than she?

⁷  And if anyone loves justice, her labors hold great virtues; for she teaches temperance and prudence, justice and virtue, and nothing is more useful in human life.

⁸  And if one desires a multitude of knowledge, she knows the past and forecasts the future; she knows the subtleties of conversation and the response to arguments; she understands the signs and portents, before the events take place, events both of the present time and of future ages.

⁹  Therefore, I resolved to take her to me to live together, knowing that she will be a good counselor and will console my thoughts and my weariness.