3 My son,^(A) do not forget my teaching,^(B)
    but keep my commands in your heart,
² for they will prolong your life many years^(C)
    and bring you peace and prosperity.^(D)

²⁰ My son,^(A) keep your father’s command
    and do not forsake your mother’s teaching.^(B)
21 Bind them always on your heart;
    fasten them around your neck.^(C)
22 When you walk, they will guide you;
    when you sleep, they will watch over you;
    when you awake, they will speak to you.
²³ For this command is a lamp,
    this teaching is a light,^(D)
and correction and instruction
    are the way to life,^(E)

7 My son,^(A) keep my words
    and store up my commands within you.
² Keep my commands and you will live;^(B)
    guard my teachings as the apple of your eye.