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Psalms 99

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¹ "Do not[2] turn away from her (Wisdom) and she will guard and protect you; Love her, and she will watch over you.

² "The beginning of wisdom is: Get [skillful and godly] wisdom [it is preeminent]! And with all your acquiring, get understanding [actively seek spiritual discernment, mature comprehension, and logical interpretation].

³ "Prize wisdom [and exalt her], and she will exalt you; She will honor you if you embrace her.

⁴ "She will place on your head a garland of grace; She will present you with a crown of beauty and glory."

⁵ Hear, my son, and accept my sayings, And the years of your life will be many.

⁶ I have instructed you in the way of [skillful and godly] wisdom; I have led you in upright paths.

⁷ When you walk, your steps will not be impeded [for your path will be clear and open]; And when you run, you will not stumble.

⁸ Take hold of instruction; [actively seek it, grip it firmly and] do not let go. Guard her, for she is your life.

⁹ Do not enter the path of the wicked, And do not go the way of evil men.

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1	"Do not[2] turn away from her (Wisdom) and she will guard and protect you; Love her, and she will watch over you.
2	"The beginning of wisdom is: Get [skillful and godly] wisdom [it is preeminent]! And with all your acquiring, get understanding [actively seek spiritual discernment, mature comprehension, and logical interpretation].
3	"Prize wisdom [and exalt her], and she will exalt you; She will honor you if you embrace her.
4	"She will place on your head a garland of grace; She will present you with a crown of beauty and glory."
5	Hear, my son, and accept my sayings, And the years of your life will be many.
6	I have instructed you in the way of [skillful and godly] wisdom; I have led you in upright paths.
7	When you walk, your steps will not be impeded [for your path will be clear and open]; And when you run, you will not stumble.
8	Take hold of instruction; [actively seek it, grip it firmly and] do not let go. Guard her, for she is your life.
9	Do not enter the path of the wicked, And do not go the way of evil men.

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