my father would teach me. He would say, "Remember what I say and never forget it. Do as I tell you, and you will live.

"I have taught you all the laws, as the LORD my God told me to do. Obey them in the land that you are about to invade and occupy.

Obey the LORD and serve him faithfully with all your heart. Remember the great things he has done for you.

But because the Philosopher was wise, he kept on teaching the people what he knew. He studied proverbs and honestly tested their truth.

Listen to my excellent words; all I tell you is right.

To those with insight, it is all clear; to the well-informed, it is all plain.

I walk the way of righteousness; I follow the paths of justice,

He gives me new strength. He guides me in the right paths, as he has promised.

Teach me your ways, O LORD; make them known to me.

Teach me to live according to your truth, for you are my God, who saves me. I always trust in you.

and said, "You son of the Devil! You are the enemy of everything that is good. You are full of all kinds of evil tricks, and you always keep trying to turn the Lord's truths into lies!