Proverbs 16:15-17

Revised Standard Version

¹⁵ In the light of a king’s face there is life,
    and his favor is like the clouds that bring the spring rain.
¹⁶ To get wisdom is better^[a] than gold;
    to get understanding is to be chosen rather than silver.
¹⁷ The highway of the upright turns aside from evil;
    he who guards his way preserves his life.