The Wisdom of Solomon 6:21-25

[21] Therefore if you delight in thrones and scepters,
O monarchs over the peoples,
honor wisdom, that you may reign for ever.
[22] I will tell you what wisdom is and how she came to be,
and I will hide no secrets from you,
but I will trace her course from the beginning of creation,
and make knowledge of her clear,
and I will not pass by the truth;
[23] neither will I travel in the company of sickly envy,
for envy does not associate with wisdom.
[24] A multitude of wise men is the salvation of the world,
and a sensible king is the stability of his people.
[25] Therefore be instructed by my words, and you will profit. 

IMAGE: Frederick Ruckstuhl, Wisdom, Appellate Courthouse, New York (1900)