Ben Sira 1:14

14 To fear the Lord is the first step to Wisdom. Wisdom is given to the faithful in their mothers' wombs.

Ben Sira 1:14 In-Context

12 To honor the Lord is a heartfelt delight; it will give you a long and happy life,

13 and at the end of your days all will go well for you. God will bless you on the day of your death.

14 To fear the Lord is the first step to Wisdom. Wisdom is given to the faithful in their mothers' wombs.

15 She has lived with us from ancient times, and generations to come will rely on her.

16 To fear the Lord is Wisdom at her fullest; she satisfies us completely with her gifts