4. they used to teach me and say to me,“Cling to my words wholeheartedly.Obey my commands so that you may live.
5. Acquire wisdom.Acquire understanding.Do not forget.Do not turn away from the words that I have spoken.
6. Do not abandon wisdom, and it will watch over you.Love wisdom, and it will protect you.
7. The beginning of wisdom is to acquire wisdom.Acquire understanding with all that you have.
8. Cherish wisdom.It will raise you up.It will bring you honor when you embrace it.
9. It will give you a graceful garland for your head.It will hand you a beautiful crown.”
10. My son,listen and accept my words,and they will multiply the years of your life.
11. I have taught you the way of wisdom.I have guided you along decent paths.
12. When you walk, your stride will not be hampered.Even if you run, you will not stumble.
13. Cling to discipline.Do not relax your grip on it.Keep it because it is your life.
14. Do not stray onto the path of wicked people.Do not walk in the way of evil people.
15. Avoid it.Do not walk near it.Turn away from it,and keep on walking.