1. Listen, my sons, to a father’s instruction; pay attention and gain understanding.
2. I give you sound learning, so do not forsake my teaching.
3. For I too was a son to my father, still tender, and cherished by my mother.
4. Then he taught me, and he said to me, “Take hold of my words with all your heart; keep my commands, and you will live.
5. Get wisdom, get understanding; do not forget my words or turn away from them.