Sirach 1:26
New Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition
26 If you desire wisdom, keep the commandments,
and the Lord will lavish her upon you.
Sirach 1:27
New Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition
27 For the fear of the Lord is wisdom and discipline,
fidelity and humility are his delight.
Sirach 1:28
New Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition
28 Do not disobey the fear of the Lord;
do not approach him with a divided mind.
Sirach 1:29
New Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition
29 Do not be a hypocrite before others,
and keep watch over your lips.
Sirach 1:30
New Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition
30 Do not exalt yourself, or you may fall
and bring dishonor upon yourself.
The Lord will reveal your secrets
and overthrow you before the whole congregation,
because you did not come in the fear of the Lord,
and your heart was full of deceit.
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