The finest gold will not be paid for it, nor will silver be weighed in exchange for it.
The abyss declares, "It is not in me." And the sea says, "It is not with me."
It will not be compared with the dyed colors of India, nor with the very costly stone sardonyx, nor with the sapphire.
The exalted and the eminent will not be remembered in comparison with it. Yet wisdom is drawn out of concealment.
Possess wisdom, for it is better than gold. And acquire prudence, for it is more precious than silver.
I love those who love me. And those who stand watch for me until morning shall discover me.
For my fruit is better than gold and precious stones, and my progeny better than choice silver.