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15 In the light of a king’s face there is life,
    and his favour is like the clouds that bring the spring rain.
16 How much better to get wisdom than gold!
    To get understanding is to be chosen rather than silver.
17 The highway of the upright avoids evil;
    those who guard their way preserve their lives.

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15 When a king’s face brightens, it means life;(A)
    his favor is like a rain cloud in spring.(B)

16 How much better to get wisdom than gold,
    to get insight(C) rather than silver!(D)

17 The highway of the upright avoids evil;
    those who guard their ways preserve their lives.(E)

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