Proverbs 4:1-5

Listen, sons, to a father’s instruction. Pay attention and know understanding;

for I give you sound learning. Don’t forsake my law.

For I was a son to my father, tender and an only child in the sight of my mother.

He taught me, and said to me: “Let your heart retain my words. Keep my commandments, and live.

Get wisdom. Get understanding. Don’t forget, neither swerve from the words of my mouth.