Before him - Set straight before his eyes as the mark to which they look. Others, following the Septuagint and Vulgate, interpret the verse…

Wisdom is before him that hath understanding — that is, he can easily find her.

But the eyes o…

Wisdom is before him that has understanding
Is near him, to direct and assist him; it is before him as a rule to wal…

The prudent man keeps the word of God continually in view. But the foolish man cannot fix his thoughts, nor pursue any purpose with steadiness.