12 Pay attention to your teacher and learn all you can.
13 Don't hesitate to discipline children. A good spanking won't kill them.
14 As a matter of fact, it may save their lives.
15 Son, if you become wise, I will be very happy.
16 I will be proud when I hear you speaking words of wisdom.
17 Don't be envious of sinful people; let reverence for the Lord be the concern of your life.
18 If it is, you have a bright future.