1. Hear, O children, a father’s instruction,be attentive, that you may gain understanding!
2. Yes, excellent advice I give you;my teaching do not forsake.
3. When I was my father’s child,tender, the darling of my mother,
4. He taught me and said to me:“Let your heart hold fast my words:keep my commands, and live!
5. Get wisdom, get understanding!Do not forget or turn aside from the words of my mouth.