Ben Sira 51:19-21
New American Bible (Revised Edition)
19 I burned with desire for her,
never relenting.
I became preoccupied with her,
never weary of extolling her.
I spread out my hands to the heavens
and I came to know her secrets.
20 For her I purified my hands;
in cleanness I attained to her.
At first acquaintance with her, I gained understanding
such that I will never forsake her.(A)
21 My whole being was stirred to seek her;
therefore I have made her my prize possession.
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