Add parallel Print Page Options

Wisdom and Piety

My child, do not forget my instruction,
    and may your heart guard my commands.
For length of days, years of life,
    and peace they[a] shall add to you.
May loyal love[b] and truth not forsake you;
    bind them around your neck,
    write them upon your heart.

Read full chapter

Footnotes

  1. Proverbs 3:2 That is, “my commands” (3:1)
  2. Proverbs 3:3 Or “kindness, mercy”