Sirach 51:19

19 My whole being grappled with her, and I was brought to perfection in my performance of the Law. I spread out my hands toward heaven, and I kept in mind my ignorance of her.

Sirach 51:19 In-Context

17 I made progress with her; I will give glory to the one who gives me Wisdom.
18 I made up my mind to put Wisdom into practice; I sought the good, and I will never be ashamed.
19 My whole being grappled with her, and I was brought to perfection in my performance of the Law. I spread out my hands toward heaven, and I kept in mind my ignorance of her.
20 I directed my whole being toward her, and in purity I found her. I had a heart for her from the beginning. For this reason I will never be abandoned.
21 My guts were stirred to seek her; for this reason I gained a desired possession.

Footnotes 1

  • [a]. Some Gk manuscripts I mourned because of
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