Psalm 111:7-10

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⁷The works of his hands^(A) are faithful and just;
    all his precepts are trustworthy.^(B)
⁸They are established for ever^(C) and ever,
    enacted in faithfulness and uprightness.
⁹He provided redemption^(D) for his people;
    he ordained his covenant forever—
    holy and awesome^(E) is his name.

¹⁰The fear of the Lord^(F) is the beginning of wisdom;^(G)
all who follow his precepts have good understanding.^(H)
To him belongs eternal praise.^(I)

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Proverbs 2:2-6

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²turning your ear to wisdom
    and applying your heart to understanding^(A)—
³indeed, if you call out for insight^(B)
    and cry aloud for understanding,
⁴and if you look for it as for silver
    and search for it as for hidden treasure,^(C)
⁵then you will understand the fear of the Lord
    and find the knowledge of God.^(D)
⁶For the Lord gives wisdom;^(E)
    from his mouth come knowledge and understanding.^(F)

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2 Corinthians 7:1

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7 Therefore, since we have these promises,^(A) dear friends,^(B) let us purify ourselves from everything that contaminates body and spirit, perfecting holiness^(C) out of reverence for God.

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