Sirach 6:17-19

Common English Bible

¹⁷ Those who fear the Lord
will direct their friendships well,
    because they will associate with people
    of like mind.^[a]

¹⁸ My child, from your youth
    welcome education, and you will continue to discover Wisdom
    until you are gray-haired.
¹⁹ Approach her like one who plows
and one who sows,
        and wait for her good fruits.
    When cultivating her,
    you will labor a little,
        but you will eat her produce soon.