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Because you refused my call, and no one took my outstretched hand,

because you neglected all my counsel, and wanted none of my correction,

Then they will call on me, but I will not answer; they will earnestly seek me, but will not find me.

For they hated knowledge and chose not to fear the LORD.

They accepted none of my counsel; they despised all my reproof.

But whoever listens to me will dwell in safety, secure from the fear of evil.”

My son, if you accept my words and hide my commandments within you,

then you will discern the fear of the LORD and discover the knowledge of God.

For the LORD gives wisdom; from His mouth come knowledge and understanding.

He stores up sound wisdom for the upright; He is a shield to those who walk with integrity,

to guard the paths of justice and protect the way of His saints.

who abandons the partner of her youth and forgets the covenant of her God.

My son, do not forget my teaching, but let your heart keep my commandments;

Then you will find favor and high regard in the sight of God and man.

Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding;

Be not wise in your own eyes; fear the LORD and turn away from evil.

Honor the LORD with your wealth and with the firstfruits of all your harvest;

My son, do not reject the discipline of the LORD, and do not loathe His rebuke;

for the LORD disciplines the one He loves, as does a father the son in whom he delights.

Long life is in her right hand; in her left hand are riches and honor.

All her ways are pleasant, and all her paths are peaceful.

She is a tree of life to those who embrace her, and those who lay hold of her are blessed.

The LORD founded the earth by wisdom and established the heavens by understanding.

By His knowledge the watery depths were broken open, and the clouds dripped with dew.

for the LORD will be your confidence and will keep your foot from the snare.