22 Listen to your father. Without him, you would never have been born. Respect your mother, even when she is old.
23 Truth, wisdom, learning, and understanding are worth paying money for. They are worth far too much to ever sell.
24 The father of a good person is very happy. A wise child brings him joy.
25 Make both of your parents happy. Give your mother that same joy.
26 My son, listen closely to what I am saying. Let my life be your example.
27 Prostitutes and bad women are a trap. They are like a deep well that you cannot escape.
28 A bad woman waits for you like a thief, and she causes many men to be unfaithful to their wives.