Sirach 1:20

20 Fearing the Lord is Wisdom's root, and her branches yield a long life.

Sirach 1:20 In-Context

18 Fearing the Lord is Wisdom's crowning garland, sprouting forth peace and restorative health.

19 She rained down skill and insightful knowledge, and she raised up the reputation of those who held on to her.

20 Fearing the Lord is Wisdom's root, and her branches yield a long life.

22 Unjust anger won't be justified, for the tipping point of one's anger is one's downfall.

Footnotes

• [a] b adds 1:21 Fear of the Lord drives sins away, and when it lasts, it will turn aside all wrath.