1 Hear, [my] sons, the instruction of a father, And attend to know understanding:2 For I give you{} good doctrine; Don't forsake{} my law.3 For I was a son to my father, Tender and only beloved in the sight of my mother.4 And he taught me, and said to me: Let your heart retain my words; Keep my commandments, and live;5 Get wisdom, get understanding; Don't forget, neither decline from the words of my mouth;6 Don't forsake her, and she will preserve you; Love her, and she will keep you.