16 My inner being will rejoicewhen your lips speak with integrity.
17 Don’t let your heart envy sinners,but fear the Lord constantly;
18 then you will have a future,and your hope won’t be cut off.
19 Listen, my child, and be wise!Keep your mind straight on the path.
20 Don’t hang out with those who get drunk on wineor those who eat too much meat,
21 because drunks and gluttons will be impoverished;their stupor will clothe them in rags.
22 Listen to your father, who gave you life;don’t despise your elderly mother.