¹⁰ My child, listen and accept what I say.
    Then you will have a long life.
¹¹ I am guiding you in wisdom.
    And I am leading you to do what is right.
¹² Nothing will hold you back.
    You will not be overwhelmed.
¹³ Always remember what you have been taught.
    Don’t let go of it.
Keep safe all that you have learned.
    It is the most important thing in your life.

²⁰ My child, pay attention to my words.
    Listen closely to what I say.
²¹ Don’t ever forget my words.
    Keep them deep within your heart.
²² These words are the secret to life for those who find them.
    They bring health to the whole body.
²³ Be very careful about what you think.
    Your thoughts run your life.
²⁴ Don’t use your mouth to tell lies.
    Don’t ever say things that are not true.
²⁵ Keep your eyes focused on what is right.
    Keep looking straight ahead to what is good.
²⁶ Be careful what you do.
    Always do what is right.
²⁷ Do not do anything unless it is right.
    Stay away from evil.