Come together and listen, sons of Jacob; listen to your father Israel:
Reuben, you are my firstborn, my strength and the firstfruits of my virility, excelling in prominence, excelling in power.
Come, children, listen to me; I will teach you the fear of the Lord.
Who is the man who delights in life, loving a long life to enjoy what is good?
Listen to your father who gave you life, and don’t despise your mother when she is old.
My son, give me your heart, and let your eyes observe my ways.
My son, pay attention to my wisdom; listen closely to my understanding
My son, keep your father’s command, and don’t reject your mother’s teaching.
My son, obey my words, and treasure my commands.
Now, my sons, listen to me, and pay attention to the words of my mouth.
“And now, my sons, listen to me; those who keep my ways are happy.
All of you, assemble and listen! Who among the idols has declared these things? The Lord loves him; he will accomplish His will against Babylon, and His arm will be against the Chaldeans.