Proverbs 22:14-21 New Living Translation (NLT)

14. The mouth of an immoral woman is a dangerous trap;those who make the lord angry will fall into it.

15. A youngster’s heart is filled with foolishness,but physical discipline will drive it far away.

16. A person who gets ahead by oppressing the pooror by showering gifts on the rich will end in poverty.

17. Listen to the words of the wise;apply your heart to my instruction.

18. For it is good to keep these sayings in your heartand always ready on your lips.

19. I am teaching you today—yes, you—so you will trust in the lord.

20. I have written thirty sayings for you,filled with advice and knowledge.

21. In this way, you may know the truthand take an accurate report to those who sent you.

Proverbs 22