Proverbs 4:5-9

New International Version

⁵ Get wisdom,^(A) get understanding;
    do not forget my words or turn away from them.
⁶ Do not forsake wisdom, and she will protect you;^(B)
    love her, and she will watch over you.^(C)
7 The beginning of wisdom is this: Get^[a] wisdom.
    Though it cost all^(D) you have,^[b] get understanding.^(E)
8 Cherish her, and she will exalt you;
    embrace her, and she will honor you.^(F)
9 She will give you a garland to grace your head
    and present you with a glorious crown.^(G)”