Under the Sun the race is not to the swift, nor the battle to the strong, nor bread to the wise, nor wealth to the intelligent, nor success to the skillful, but time and chance govern all. For man does not know his time.

A good name is rather to be chosen than riches.

Knowledge is of more value than gold

Keep thy heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of life.

Happy are those who find wisdom... She is more precious than jewels, and nothing you desire can compare with her. Her ways are ways of pleasantness, and all her paths are peace.

Better is the man of humble standing that works for himself than one who plays the great man but lacks bread.

Fools despise wisdom and instruction.