11. for their Redeemer is strong, and He will take up their case against you.
12. Apply yourself to disciplineand listen to words of knowledge.
13. Don’t withhold discipline from a youth;if you beat him with a rod, he will not die.
14. Strike him with a rod,and you will rescue his life from Sheol.
15. My son, if your heart is wise,my heart will indeed rejoice.
16. My innermost being will cheerwhen your lips say what is right.
17. Don’t let your heart envy sinners; instead, always fear the Lord.