12 “I, wisdom, dwell together with prudence;
I possess knowledge and discretion.
13Â To fear the Lord is to hate evil;
I hate pride and arrogance,
evil behavior and perverse speech.
14Â Counsel and sound judgment are mine;
I have insight, I have power.
15Â By me kings reign
and rulers issue decrees that are just;
16Â by me princes govern,
and nobles—all who rule on earth.
17Â I love those who love me,
and those who seek me find me.
18Â With me are riches and honor,
enduring wealth and prosperity.
19Â My fruit is better than fine gold;
what I yield surpasses choice silver.
20Â I walk in the way of righteousness,
along the paths of justice,
21Â bestowing a rich inheritance on those who love me
and making their treasuries full.
