Proverbs 22:5-7

The Message

⁵ The perverse travel a dangerous road, potholed and mud-slick;
    if you know what’s good for you, stay clear of it.

⁶ Point your kids in the right direction—
    when they’re old they won’t be lost.

⁷ The poor are always ruled over by the rich,
    so don’t borrow and put yourself under their power.