²² For they are life to those who find them
    and healing to all their flesh.^(A)

¹⁰ Hear, my child, and accept my words,
    that the years of your life may be many.

¹⁸ Rash words are like sword thrusts,
    but the tongue of the wise brings healing.^(A)

⁸ It will be a healing for your flesh
    and a refreshment for your body.^(A)

⁴ he taught me and said to me,
“Let your heart hold fast my words;
    keep my commandments and live.^(A)