3 My son, don’t forget my teaching,
but let your heart keep my commands;^(A)
2 for they will bring you
many days, a full life,^[a](B) and well-being.^(C)

³ You will keep the mind that is dependent on you
in perfect peace,^(A)
for it is trusting in you.

¹⁷ The result of righteousness will be peace;^(A)
the effect of righteousness
will be quiet confidence for ever.