1 Blessed is the man that walketh not in the counsel of the ungodly, nor standeth in the way of sinners, nor sitteth in the seat of the scornful.

² But his delight is in the law of the Lord; and in his law doth he meditate day and night.

³ And he shall be like a tree planted by the rivers of water, that bringeth forth his fruit in his season; his leaf also shall not wither; and whatsoever he doeth shall prosper.

2 My son, if thou wilt receive my words, and hide my commandments with thee;

3 My son, forget not my law; but let thine heart keep my commandments:

4 Hear, ye children, the instruction of a father, and attend to know understanding.

5 My son, attend unto my wisdom, and bow thine ear to my understanding:

7 My son, keep my words, and lay up my commandments with thee.