Proverbs 4:4-13

4he taught me and said to me, "Let your heart hold fast my words; keep my commandments, and live.

5Get wisdom; get insight; do not forget, and do not turn away from the words of my mouth.

6Do not forsake her, and she will keep you; love her, and she will guard you.

7The beginning of wisdom is this: Get wisdom, and whatever you get, get insight.

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

9She will place on your head a graceful garland; she will bestow on you a beautiful crown."

10Hear, my son, and accept my words, that the years of your life may be many.

11I have taught you the way of wisdom; I have led you in the paths of uprightness.

12When you walk, your step will not be hampered, and if you run, you will not stumble.

13Keep hold of instruction; do not let go; guard her, for she is your life.