Proverbs 3:35

3:35 The wise inherit honor,

but he holds fools up to public contempt.

Proverbs 22:4

22:4 The reward for humility and fearing the Lord

is riches and honor and life.

22:1 A good name is to be chosen rather than great wealth,

good favor more than silver or gold.

Benefits of Seeking Wisdom

2:1 My child, if you receive my words,

and store up my commands within you,

Benefits of Seeking Wisdom

2:1 My child, if you receive my words,

and store up my commands within you,

3:5 Trust in the Lord with all your heart,

and do not rely on your own understanding.

3:6 Acknowledge him in all your ways,

and he will make your paths straight.

3:7 Do not be wise in your own estimation;

fear the Lord and turn away from evil.

3:8 This will bring healing to your body,

and refreshment to your inner self.

3:9 Honor the Lord from your wealth

and from the first fruits of all your crops;

3:10 then your barns will be filled completely,

and your vats will overflow with new wine.

3:11 My child, do not despise discipline from the Lord,

and do not loathe his rebuke.

3:12 For the Lord disciplines those he loves,

just as a father disciplines the son in whom he delights.

Blessings of Obtaining Wisdom

3:13 Blessed is the one who finds wisdom,

and the one who obtains understanding.

12:3 But the wise will shine

like the brightness of the heavenly expanse.

And those bringing many to righteousness

will be like the stars forever and ever.