[:en]Further Benefits of Wisdom
If you cultivate an obedient heart to receive God’s teaching and commands, you will have health, long life, prosperity and a good name in the sight of God and man.(vs. 1-4)
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight” (vs. 5-6). Honor the Lord with your wealth and He will bless your bountifully (vs. 9-10). Submit to God’s discipline and rebuke because the Lord disciplines those he loves (vs. 11-12).
Blessed is a man who finds wisdom and gains understanding. For wisdom has long life in her right hand and riches and honor in her left hand. Her ways are pleasant and her paths are peaceful . She is a tree of life to those who embrace her; those who lay hold of her will be blessed (vs. 13-18). The Lord laid the earth’s foundation by wisdom. He sets the heavens in place by understanding. The clouds were placed by his knowledge. (vs. 19-20).
Preserve sound judgment and discernment for they will be life for you. Your way will be safe, your foot will not stumble and your sleep will be sweet. For the Lord will be your confidence and will keep your foot from being snared. (v. 21-26). Share what you have and do not plot harm against your neighbor. (vs. 27-30). Do not envy a violent man or choose his wicked ways. Be righteous and you will inherit honor and receive blessings from the Lord. (vs. 31-35)[:]