16 by me, princes lead,
as do nobles and all righteous judges.[a]
17 I love those who love me,(A)
and those who search for me find me.(B)
18 With me are riches and honor,(C)
lasting wealth and righteousness.(D)

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  1. Proverbs 8:16 Some Hb mss, LXX read nobles who judge the earth

16 by me princes govern,(A)
    and nobles—all who rule on earth.[a]
17 I love those who love me,(B)
    and those who seek me find me.(C)
18 With me are riches and honor,(D)
    enduring wealth and prosperity.(E)

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  1. Proverbs 8:16 Some Hebrew manuscripts and Septuagint; other Hebrew manuscripts all righteous rulers