Proverbs 9:9–12

9 Instruct the wise, and he will be wiser still;

teach the righteous, and he will learn more.m

10 “The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom,n

and the knowledge of the Holy Oneo is understanding.

11 For by me your days will be many,

and years will be added to your life.

12 If you are wise, you are wise for your own benefit;p

if you mock, you alone will bear the consequences.”