Sirach 6:32-37

Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition

³² If you are willing, my son, you will be taught,
    and if you apply yourself you will become clever.
³³ If you love to listen you will gain knowledge,
    and if you incline your ear you will become wise.
³⁴ Stand in the assembly of the elders.
    Who is wise? Cleave to him.
³⁵ Be ready to listen to every^[a] narrative,
    and do not let wise proverbs escape you.
³⁶ If you see an intelligent man, visit him early;
    let your foot wear out his doorstep.
³⁷ Reflect on the statutes of the Lord,
    and meditate at all times on his commandments.
It is he who will give insight to^[b] your mind,
    and your desire for wisdom will be granted.