12. After him rose up a son, a man of understanding; And for his sake he lived at large.
13. Solomon reigned in days of peace; And to him God gave rest round about, That he might set up a house for his name, And prepare a sanctuary for ever.
14. How wise was you made in your youth, And filled as a river with understanding!
15. Your soul covered the earth, And you filled it with dark parables.
16. Your name reached to the aisles afar off; And for your peace you were beloved.
17. For your songs and proverbs and parables, And for your interpretations, the countries marveled at you.
18. By the name of the Lord God, Which is called the God of Israel, You did gather gold as tin, And did multiply silver as lead.
19. You did bow your loins to women, And in your body you were brought into subjection.
20. You did blemish your honor, And profane your seed, To bring wrath upon your children; And I was grieved for your folly: