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Wisdom of Ben Sira 1:24-26
New Catholic Bible
Wisdom of Ben Sira 1:24-26
New Catholic Bible
24 Until the appropriate moment he keeps his thoughts to himself,
and then the lips of many affirm his wisdom.
If You Desire Wisdom, Keep the Commandments[a]
25 The treasuries of wisdom contain wise maxims,
but the fear of God is an abomination to the sinner.
26 If you desire wisdom, keep the commandments,
and the Lord will lavish her upon you.[b]
Footnotes
- Wisdom of Ben Sira 1:25 The conduct that pleases God is to keep the law that he has given. It initiates us into a life marked by truth and justice. Keeping the law will be the first thing Jesus asks of the rich young man who comes to him seeking to gain eternal life (Mt 19:17).
- Wisdom of Ben Sira 1:26 Wisdom and keeping the law go hand in hand (see Sir 19:20). Indeed, wisdom is the reward for keeping the law (see Eccl 12:13).
