12 *Si 1.6; Ba 3.15But where can wisdom be found?

Where can we learn to understand?

13 *Ba 3.29-31Wisdom is not to be found among mortals;

No one knows its true value.

14 The depths of the oceans and seas

Say that wisdom is not found there.

15 It cannot be bought with silver or gold.

16 The finest gold and jewels

Cannot equal its value.

17 It is worth more than gold,

Than a gold vase or finest glass.

18 The value of wisdom is more

Than coral or crystal or rubies.

19 The finest topaz and the purest gold

Cannot compare with the value of wisdom.

20 Where, then, is the source of wisdom?

Where can we learn to understand?

21 No living creature can see it,

Not even a bird in flight.

22 Even death and destruction

Admit they have heard only rumors.