Proverbs 22:4-6

New International Reader's Version

⁴ Being humble comes from having respect for the Lord.
    This will bring you wealth and honor and life.

⁵ Thorns and traps lie in the paths of evil people.
    But those who value their lives stay far away from them.

⁶ Start children off on the right path.
    And even when they are old, they will not turn away from it.