Listen, my child, and be wise. Keep your mind on what is right.
Remember what you are taught, and listen carefully to words of knowledge.
My son, pay attention to me, and watch closely what I do.
Be careful what you do, and always do what is right.
Go watch the ants, you lazy person. Watch what they do and be wise.
Stop your foolish ways, and you will live; take the road of understanding.
They will say to the elders, “Our son is stubborn and turns against us. He will not obey us. He eats too much, and he is always drunk.”
But be careful! Watch out and don’t forget the things you have seen. Don’t forget them as long as you live, but teach them to your children and grandchildren.