The words of Lemuel, king of Massa, which his mother taught him:
Hear, my son, your father's instruction, and reject not your mother's teaching;
The words of Agur son of Jakeh of Massa. The man says to Ithi-el, to Ithi-el and Ucal:
For pressing milk produces curds, pressing the nose produces blood, and pressing anger produces strife.
What, my son? What, son of my womb? What, son of my vows?
My son, keep your father's commandment, and forsake not your mother's teaching.
I am reminded of your sincere faith, a faith that dwelt first in your grandmother Lois and your mother Eunice and now, I am sure, dwells in you.
and how from childhood you have been acquainted with the sacred writings which are able to instruct you for salvation through faith in Christ Jesus.