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12 I, wisdom, dwell in prudence,[a]
    and I find knowledge and discretion.
13 The fear of the Lord is hatred of evil.
Pride and arrogance and the way of evil
    and perverted speech I hate.
14 I have counsel and sound wisdom,
    I have insight, I have strength.
15 By me kings reign,
    and rulers decree what is just;
16 by me princes rule,
    and nobles govern[b] the earth.
17 I love those who love me,
    and those who seek me diligently find me.
18 Riches and honor are with me,
    enduring wealth and prosperity.

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Footnotes

  1. Proverbs 8:12 Heb obscure
  2. Proverbs 8:16 Gk: Heb all the governors of

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