7. If you really want to gain knowledge, you must begin by having respect for the Lord. But foolish people hate wisdom and training.
8. My son, listen to your father's advice. Don't turn away from your mother's teaching.
9. What they teach you will be like a beautiful crown on your head. It will be like a chain to decorate your neck.
10. My son, if sinners tempt you, don't give in to them.
11. They might say, "Come along with us. Let's hide and wait to spill someone's blood. Let's catch some harmless people in our trap.
12. Let's swallow them alive, as the grave does. Let's swallow them whole, like those who go down into the pit.
13. We'll get all kinds of valuable things. We'll fill our houses with what we steal.