²¹ My son,^(A) do not let wisdom and understanding out of your sight,^(B)
    preserve sound judgment and discretion;

¹⁴ Counsel and sound judgment are mine;
    I have insight, I have power.^(A)

18 An unfriendly person pursues selfish ends
    and against all sound judgment starts quarrels.

¹³ Do I have any power to help myself,^(A)
    now that success has been driven from me?

¹³ “To God belong wisdom^(A) and power;^(B)
    counsel and understanding are his.^(C)