Sirach 1:12-14

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¹²The fear of the Lord delights the heart,
and gives gladness and joy and long life.^[a]
¹³Those who fear the Lord will have a happy end;
on the day of their death they will be blessed.

¹⁴To fear the Lord is the beginning of wisdom;
she is created with the faithful in the womb.

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Footnotes

Sirach 1:12 Other ancient authorities add The fear of the Lord is a gift from the Lord; also for love he makes firm paths.

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