Sirach 51:12-14

Common English Bible

¹²     because you saved me from destruction
    and you rescued me from an evil time.
    For this, I will give thanks, praise you,
        and bless the Lord’s name.^[a]

¹³ When I was still young,
before I had traveled,
    I sought Wisdom openly in my prayer.
¹⁴ In front of the temple, I asked for her,
    and I will search for her until I die.