15 My son, if thine heart be wise, mine heart shall rejoice, and I also,

16 And my reins shall rejoice, when thy lips speak righteous things.

17 (A)Let not thine heart be envious against sinners: but let it be in the fear of the Lord continually.

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Saying 14

15 My son, if your heart is wise,
    then my heart will be glad indeed;
16 my inmost being will rejoice
    when your lips speak what is right.(A)

Saying 15

17 Do not let your heart envy(B) sinners,
    but always be zealous for the fear of the Lord.

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