²¹ My son, do not let wisdom and understanding out of your sight.
    Hold on to good sense and the understanding of what is right.
²² They will be life for you.
    They will be like a gracious necklace around your neck.
²³ Then you will go on your way in safety.
    You will not trip and fall.
²⁴ When you lie down, you won’t be afraid.
    When you lie down, you will sleep soundly.
²⁵ Don’t be terrified by sudden trouble.
    Don’t be afraid when sinners are destroyed.
²⁶ The Lord will be at your side.
    He will keep your feet from being caught in a trap.

²⁵ When the storm is over, sinners are gone.
    But those who do right stand firm forever.

²⁹ The way of the Lord is a safe place for those without blame.
    But that way destroys those who do evil.

³⁰ Those who do right will never be removed from the land.
    But those who do wrong will not remain in it.

³ No one can become strong and steady by doing evil.
    But if people do what is right, they can’t be removed from the land.

²³ Having respect for the Lord leads to life.
    Then you will be content and free from trouble.

²⁶ Those who trust in themselves are foolish.
    But those who live wisely are kept safe.

²⁵ If you are afraid of people, it will trap you.
    But if you trust in the Lord, he will keep you safe.