1. My son, do not forget my teaching,but let your heart keep my commandments;
2. for length of days and long lifeand peace will they add to you.
3. Do not let mercy and truth forsake you;bind them around your neck,write them on the tablet of your heart,
4. so you will find favor and good understandingin the sight of God and man.
5. Trust in the Lord with all your heart,and lean not on your own understanding;
6. in all your ways acknowledge Him,and He will direct your paths.
7. Do not be wise in your own eyes;fear the Lord and depart from evil.
8. It will be health to your body,and strength to your bones.
9. Honor the Lord with your substance,and with the first fruits of all your increase;