7. Those who fear the Lord honor their father,and serve their parents as masters.
8. In word and deed honor your father,that all blessings may come to you.
9. A father’s blessing gives a person firm roots,but a mother’s curse uproots the growing plant.
10. Do not glory in your father’s disgrace,for that is no glory to you!
11. A father’s glory is glory also for oneself;they multiply sin who demean their mother.
12. My son, be steadfast in honoring your father;do not grieve him as long as he lives.
13. Even if his mind fails, be considerate of him;do not revile him because you are in your prime.
14. Kindness to a father will not be forgotten;it will serve as a sin offering—it will take lasting root.
15. In time of trouble it will be recalled to your advantage,like warmth upon frost it will melt away your sins.
16. Those who neglect their father are like blasphemers;those who provoke their mother are accursed by their Creator.
17. My son, conduct your affairs with humility,and you will be loved more than a giver of gifts.
18. Humble yourself the more, the greater you are,and you will find mercy in the sight of God.
20. For great is the power of the Lord;by the humble he is glorified.
21. What is too sublime for you, do not seek;do not reach into things that are hidden from you.
22. What is committed to you, pay heed to;what is hidden is not your concern.