16 how much better to get wisdom than gold! And to get understanding is to be chosen rather than silver. He who keeps his way preserves his soul.

Understanding the Context

And a haughty spirit before [f]a fall. 16 how much better to acquire wisdom than gold! To gain understanding is more desirable than silver. He who guards his way protects his life.

Key Insights

And a haughty spirit before a fall. The preparations of the heart belong to man, but the answer of the tongue is from the lord. 16 how much better to get wisdom than gold! And to get understanding is to be chosen rather than silver. But the answer of the tongue is from the lord.

Final Thoughts

But the lord weighs the spirits. And your thoughts will be established. Yes, even the wicked for the day of doom. Though they join forces, none. 16 (r)how much better to get wisdom than gold!and to get understanding is to be chosen rather than silver. 17 the highway of the upright is to depart from evil;he who keeps his way preserves his soul.

16 how much better to get wisdom than gold! And to get understanding is to be chosen rather than silver. He who keeps his way preserves his soul. And a haughty spirit before [f] a fall.