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Wisdom of Ben Sira 1:18-20
New Catholic Bible
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.
Footnotes
- Wisdom of Ben Sira 1:18 Added by some early MSS.