¹⁰ The fear of the Lord^(A) is the beginning of wisdom;^(B)
    all who follow his precepts have good understanding.^(C)
    To him belongs eternal praise.^(D)

⁶ He will be the sure foundation for your times,
    a rich store of salvation^(A) and wisdom and knowledge;
    the fear^(B) of the Lord is the key to this treasure.^[a](C)

²⁶ Whoever fears the Lord has a secure fortress,^(A)
    and for their children it will be a refuge.^(B)

²⁷ The fear of the Lord is a fountain of life,^(C)
    turning a person from the snares of death.^(D)

¹¹ Teach me your way,^(A) Lord,
    that I may rely on your faithfulness;^(B)
give me an undivided^(C) heart,
    that I may fear^(D) your name.

⁷ The fear of the Lord^(A) is the beginning of knowledge,
    but fools^[a] despise wisdom^(B) and instruction.^(C)