Wisdom and Piety

3 My child, do not forget my instruction,

and may your heart guard my commands.

2 For length of days, years of life,

and peace theya shall add to you.

3 May loyal loveb and truth not forsake you;

bind them around your neck,

write them upon your heart.

4 And you shall find favor and good sensec

in the eyes of God and humankind.

5 ⌊Trust Yahweh⌋d with all your heart;

do not lean toward your own understanding.

6 In all your ways acknowledge him,

and he will straighten your paths.

7 Do not be wise in your own eyes;

fear Yahweh and retreat from evil.

8 There shall be healing for your ⌊flesh⌋,e

and refreshment for your body.

9 Honor Yahweh from your substance,f

and from the firstfruits of all that will come to you,

10 and your barns shall be full of plenty,

and your vats shall burst with new wine.

Happy Is the One Who Finds Wisdom

11 Do not despise the discipline of Yahweh, my child.

Do not be weary of his reproof

12 because whomever Yahweh will love, he will rebuke,

as a father delights in his son.