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Ben Sira 1:20

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20 To fear the Lord is the root of wisdom, and her branches are long life.
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18 The fear of the Lord is the crown of wisdom, making peace and perfect health to flourish.
19 She rained down knowledge and discerning comprehension, and she heightened the glory of those who held her fast.
20 To fear the Lord is the root of wisdom, and her branches are long life.
22 Unjust anger cannot be justified, for anger tips the scale to one's ruin.

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  • [a] Other ancient authorities add as verse 21, [The fear of the Lord drives away sins; and where it abides, it will turn away all anger.]
New Revised Standard Version Bible, copyright 1989, Division of Christian Education of the National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America. Used by permission. All rights reserved.

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