1 Hear, my children, the instruction of a father,And give attention to know understanding;
2 For I give you good doctrine:Do not forsake my law.
3 When I was my father’s son,Tender and the only one in the sight of my mother,
4 He also taught me, and said to me:“Let your heart retain my words;Keep my commands, and live.
5 Get wisdom! Get understanding!Do not forget, nor turn away from the words of my mouth.
6 Do not forsake her, and she will preserve you;Love her, and she will keep you.