Wisdom of Solomon 9:2-4

New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition

² and by your wisdom have formed humankind
to have dominion over the creatures you have made^(A)
3 and rule the world in holiness and righteousness
and pronounce judgment in uprightness of soul,^(B)
4 give me the wisdom that sits by your throne,
and do not reject me from among your children.^(C)