Wisdom is more valuable than jewels; nothing you could want can compare with it.

"I am Wisdom, I am better than jewels; nothing you want can compare with me.

A good person's words are like pure silver; a wicked person's ideas are worthless.

A good person's words will benefit many people, but you can kill yourself with stupidity.

Knowledge is spread by people who are wise, not by fools.

What a joy it is to find just the right word for the right occasion!

It is better---much better---to have wisdom and knowledge than gold and silver.

A wise, mature person is known for his understanding. The more pleasant his words, the more persuasive he is.

Kind words are like honey---sweet to the taste and good for your health.

A warning given by an experienced person to someone willing to listen is more valuable than gold rings or jewelry made of the finest gold.

But where can wisdom be found? Where can we learn to understand?

The depths of the oceans and seas Say that wisdom is not found there.

The finest gold and jewels Cannot equal its value.

The value of wisdom is more Than coral or crystal or rubies.

But because the Philosopher was wise, he kept on teaching the people what he knew. He studied proverbs and honestly tested their truth.

The sayings of the wise are like the sharp sticks that shepherds use to guide sheep, and collected proverbs are as lasting as firmly driven nails. They have been given by God, the one Shepherd of us all.

But how can they call to him for help if they have not believed? And how can they believe if they have not heard the message? And how can they hear if the message is not proclaimed?

And how can the message be proclaimed if the messengers are not sent out? As the scripture says, "How wonderful is the coming of messengers who bring good news!"

Do not use harmful words, but only helpful words, the kind that build up and provide what is needed, so that what you say will do good to those who hear you.