For wisdom will enter your heart, and knowledge will fill you with joy.
I have not departed from his commands, but have treasured his words more than daily food.
May all my thoughts be pleasing to him, for I rejoice in the Lord.
How sweet your words taste to me; they are sweeter than honey.
Your laws are my treasure; they are my heart’s delight.
I rejoice in your word like one who discovers a great treasure.
Oh, how I love your instructions! I think about them all day long.
They are more desirable than gold, even the finest gold. They are sweeter than honey, even honey dripping from the comb.
These proverbs will give insight to the simple, knowledge and discernment to the young.
Wisdom is enshrined in an understanding heart; wisdom is not found among fools.
For it is good to keep these sayings in your heart and always ready on your lips.
Don’t turn your back on wisdom, for she will protect you. Love her, and she will guard you.
When I discovered your words, I devoured them. They are my joy and my heart’s delight, for I bear your name, O Lord God of Heaven’s Armies.
Let the message about Christ, in all its richness, fill your lives. Teach and counsel each other with all the wisdom he gives. Sing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs to God with thankful hearts.