21 Those who drink or eat too much will become poor. If they sleep too much, they'll have to wear rags.
22 Listen to your father, who gave you life. Don't hate your mother when she is old.
23 Buy the truth. Don't sell it. Get wisdom, training and understanding.
24 The father of a godly child is very happy. Anyone who has a wise child is glad.
25 May your father and mother be glad. May the woman who gave birth to you be happy.
26 My son, give me your heart. Keep your eyes on the way I live.
27 A prostitute is like a deep pit. A wife who commits adultery is like a narrow well.