I was almost in utter ruin in the midst of the assembly and congregation.”
But as for me, my feet had almost stumbled; my steps had almost slipped.
He who heeds instruction is on the path of life, but he who refuses reproof goes astray.
He who walks with wise men will be wise, but a companion of fools will suffer evil.
I did not obey the voice of my teachers or incline my ear to those who instructed me.
Drink water from your own cistern, and flowing water from your own well.