Ben Sira 1:20

20 To fear the Lord is the root of Wisdom; ¹ her branches are long life.

Ben Sira 1:20 In-Context

18 To fear the Lord is the flower of Wisdom that blossoms with peace and good health.

19 She sends knowledge and understanding like the rain, and increases the honor of those who receive her.

20 To fear the Lord is the root of Wisdom; her branches are long life.

22 There is no excuse for unjustified anger; it can bring about your downfall.

Cross References

• 1. 1.20Proverbs 3.16; 4.10.

Footnotes

• [a]. [Some manuscripts add verse 21:] Honoring the Lord takes sin away; where the fear of the Lord is found, it turns away anger.