Proverbs 4:3-9

3When I was a son with my father, tender and precious to my mother,

4he taught me and said, “Your heart must hold on to my words. Keep my commands and live.

5Get wisdom, get understanding; don’t forget or turn away from the words from my mouth.

6Don’t abandon wisdom, and she will watch over you; love her, and she will guard you.

7Wisdom is supreme — so get wisdom. And whatever else you get, get understanding.

8Cherish her, and she will exalt you; if you embrace her, she will honor you.

9She will place a garland of favor on your head; she will give you a crown of beauty.”