Ben Sira 14:20

20 It is a happy person who is concerned with Wisdom and who uses good sense. 1

Ben Sira 14:20 In-Context

18 Human beings are like leaves on a spreading tree. New growth takes the place of the fallen leaves; while some of us die, others are being born.
19 Everything made by human hands will decay and perish, along with the person who made it.
20 It is a happy person who is concerned with Wisdom and who uses good sense.
21 Anyone who studies the ways of Wisdom will also learn her secrets.
22 Go after Wisdom like a hunter looking for game.

Cross References 1

  • 1. 14.20-25Proverbs 8.32-35.
Scripture taken from the Good News Translation - Second Edition, Copyright 1992 by American Bible Society. Used by Permission.