If not, listen to me; be silent, and I will teach you wisdom.”
Come, O sons, listen to me, I will teach you the fear of the Lord.
O simple ones, learn prudence; O foolish men, pay attention.
My mouth shall speak wisdom; the meditation of my heart shall be understanding.
My words declare the uprightness of my heart, and what my lips know they speak sincerely.
If you have anything to say, answer me; speak, for I desire to justify you.
Then Elihu said:
What man is there who desires life, and covets many days, that he may enjoy good?