1 Listen my sons to what your father teaches you. Pay attention and gain understanding.

2 I give you good instruction. Do not abandon my Law!

3 I was my fathers son, tender and the only son to my mother.

4 Father taught me. He said: »Remember my words in your heart. Obey my commandments and live.

5 »Achieve wisdom and understanding! Do not forget or ignore what I say.

6 »Do not abandon wisdom, and she will protect you. Love her, and she will keep you safe.