⁸ Listen, my son,^(A) to your father’s^(B) instruction
    and do not forsake your mother’s teaching.^(C)

2 My son,^(A) if you accept my words
    and store up my commands within you,

3 My son,^(A) do not forget my teaching,^(B)
    but keep my commands in your heart,

4 Listen, my sons,^(A) to a father’s instruction;^(B)
    pay attention and gain understanding.^(C)

5 My son,^(A) pay attention to my wisdom,
    turn your ear to my words^(B) of insight,