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Wisdom was created before all other things, and prudent understanding from eternity.
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The root of wisdom—to whom has it been revealed? Her subtleties—who knows them?
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There is but one who is wise, greatly to be feared, seated upon his throne—the Lord.
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It is he who created her; he saw her and took her measure; he poured her out upon all his works,
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upon all the living according to his gift; he lavished her upon those who love him.
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The fear of the Lord is glory and exultation, and gladness and a crown of rejoicing.
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The fear of the Lord delights the heart, and gives gladness and joy and long life.
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Those who fear the Lord will have a happy end; on the day of their death they will be blessed.
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To fear the Lord is the beginning of wisdom; she is created with the faithful in the womb.
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She made among human beings an eternal foundation, and among their descendants she will abide faithfully.