¹⁷ Pay attention and listen to the sayings of wise people.
    Apply your heart to the sayings I teach.
¹⁸ It is pleasing when you keep them in your heart.
    Have all of them ready on your lips.
¹⁹ You are the one I am teaching today.
    That’s because I want you to trust in the Lord.
²⁰ I have written 30 sayings for you.
    They will give you knowledge and good advice.
²¹ I am teaching you to be honest and to speak the truth.
    Then you can give honest reports to those you serve.