Then they will call to me, but I will not answer; they will diligently seek me, but they will not find me.

then you will understand how to fear the Lord, and you will discover knowledge about God.

Then you will understand righteousness and justice and equity – every good way.

Then you will walk on your way with security, and you will not stumble.

The Lord created me as the beginning of his works, before his deeds of long ago.

“It’s worthless! It’s worthless!” says the buyer, but when he goes on his way, he boasts.