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19     a false witness who breathes lies,
    and one who causes conflicts among relatives.

Danger of adultery

20 My son, keep your father’s command;
    don’t abandon your mother’s instruction.
21 Bind them on your heart for all time;
    fasten them around your neck.

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19         a false witness(A) who pours out lies(B)
        and a person who stirs up conflict in the community.(C)

Warning Against Adultery

20 My son,(D) keep your father’s command
    and do not forsake your mother’s teaching.(E)
21 Bind them always on your heart;
    fasten them around your neck.(F)

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