1 My son, if thou wouldst but accept my words, and treasure up my commandments with thee;2 To let thy ear listen unto wisdom: if thou wouldst incline thy heart to understanding.3 For if thou wilt call after intelligence; if after understanding thou wilt lift up thy voice;4 If thou wilt seek her as silver, and search for her as for hidden treasures:5 Then wilt thou understand the fear of the Lord, and the knowledge of God wilt thou find.6 For the Lord giveth wisdom: out of his mouth come knowledge and understanding.