First, oh son! You have to fear God, because in the fear of wisdom, and being wise you will not be able to err at all. The second, you have to put your eyes on who you are, trying to meet yourself, which is the most difficult knowledge you can imagine. From knowing you the not to swell like the frog who wanted to match the ox, that if you do, it will become ugly feet of the wheel of your madness the consideration of having kept pigs in your land.
The message emphasizes the importance of fearing God to gain wisdom, suggesting that true wisdom leads to a life free of errors. This perspective highlights the moral and ethical grounding that comes from reverence, which is essential for sound judgment.
Additionally, the second part urges self-reflection, pointing out that understanding oneself is a complex and challenging endeavor. It warns against striving for unattainable comparisons, as illustrated by the fable of the frog wanting to be as grand as the ox, which ultimately leads to self-destruction and folly. This serves as a cautionary tale about the dangers of envy and aspiration without self-awareness.
