Wisdom of Ben Sira 1:18-20

New Catholic Bible

¹⁸ The crown of wisdom is the fear of the Lord
    as she bestows peace and perfect health.
^[a][Both are gifts of the Lord for peace;
    glory opens out for those who love him.
    He saw her and recognized her value.]
¹⁹ The Lord has seen and appraised her,
    showering down knowledge and discerning understanding
    and heightening the glory of those who possess her.
²⁰ The root of wisdom is fear of the Lord,
    and her branches bring forth long life.