Ben Sira 1:6

6 The root of wisdom—to whom has it been revealed? Her subtleties—who knows them?

Ben Sira 1:6 In-Context

4 Wisdom was created before all other things, and prudent understanding from eternity.
6 The root of wisdom—to whom has it been revealed? Her subtleties—who knows them?
8 There is but one who is wise, greatly to be feared, seated upon his throne—the Lord.

Footnotes 1

  • [a]. Other ancient authorities add as verse 7, [The knowledge of wisdom--to whom was it manifested? And her abundant experience--who has understood it?]
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