1 My son, do not forget my teaching,but keep my commands in your heart,
2 for they will prolong your life many yearsand bring you peace and prosperity.
3 Let love and faithfulness never leave you;bind them round your neck,write them on the tablet of your heart.
4 Then you will win favour and a good namein the sight of God and man.
5 Trust in the Lord with all your heartand lean not on your own understanding;
6 in all your ways submit to him,and he will make your paths straight.
7 Do not be wise in your own eyes;fear the Lord and shun evil.