Sirach 34:14-20

New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition

¹⁴ The spirit of those who fear the Lord will live,^(A)
15     for their hope is in him who saves them.
¹⁶ Those who fear the Lord will not be timid
    or play the coward, for he is their hope.^(B)
17 Happy are souls that fear the Lord!
¹⁸     To whom do they look? And who is their support?
¹⁹ The eyes of the Lord are on those who love him,
    a mighty shield and strong support,
a shelter from scorching heat and a shade from noonday sun,
    a guard against stumbling and a help against falling.^(C)
20 He lifts up the soul and makes the eyes sparkle;
    he gives health and life and blessing.^(D)